Riyadh: Saudi Armed Forces, in coordination with the US Central Command, conducted precision strikes against militia targets in Iraq linked to attacks on the Kingdom's oil facilities. Major General Turki Al Malki, spokesperson of the Ministry of Defence of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, confirmed the coordinated military action, underscoring the Kingdom's right to defend its national assets.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the strikes followed statements from the Ministry of Defence on July 27 and 28, which announced the interception and destruction of several UAVs targeting oil facilities in Eastern and Riyadh regions. These attacks were traced back to Iranian-backed militias operating from Iraqi territory. The Kingdom emphasized its inherent right to self-defense, as recognized under Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations, and asserted its right to respond at a time and place of its choosing.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia reiterated its stance of not seeking escalation but emphasized its resolve to respond decisively to any aggression directed against it. The precision strikes represent a strategic response to uphold national security and protect vital infrastructure from external threats.