Iraq removes Maysan operations commander after attacks on Saudi Arabia
BAGHDAD — Iraqi Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Ali Al-Zaidi ordered the removal of the commander of Maysan Operations Command after authorities established that attacks targeting Saudi Arabia were launched from a location inside the southern Iraqi province.Al-Zaidi also ordered the formation of an investigative council into the Maysan Operations Command, according to…
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi has removed the commander of Maysan Operations Command following attacks on Saudi Arabia from southern Iraqi territory. Al-Zaidi also formed an investigative council to probe the Maysan Operations Command. The Iraqi government condemned the attacks, pledging urgent action to identify the perpetrators and rejecting any threat to Saudi Arabia's security and stability.
They welcomed Saudi Arabia's response, emphasizing the kingdom's commitment to Iraq's security and cooperation. The prime minister ordered an urgent investigation into the attacks and legal action against any involved parties. The Iraqi government emphasized it will not tolerate any activity endangering Iraq or its relations with friendly countries.
Saudi Arabia confirmed the strategic East-West Pipeline in Riyadh and Madinah regions was targeted by multiple drones launched from Iraq, causing injuries and damage. The pipeline was shut down as a precaution, resulting in injuries. Emergency teams secured the pipeline and assessed its safety in coordination with authorities.
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