Saudi Arabia renews diplomatic efforts with Iraq
The two countries are trying to move past a recent exchange of fire.
Saudi Arabia has reinitiated diplomatic outreach to Iraq in an attempt to reconcile following a recent military incident. The two nations are attempting to heal the wounds from a recent exchange of fire, which occurred after Iran-backed militias in Iraq targeted Saudi energy facilities with drones. In response, Saudi Arabia, with the support of the United States, conducted airstrikes against the armed groups.
Iraq's precarious position between regional powers has left it in a challenging situation, as it seeks to attract investment from its Gulf neighbors to stimulate its economy while remaining wary of Iranian political influence. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran has also impacted Iraqi oil exports, although Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC has provided some relief by facilitating their passage through the critical waterway.
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