Sweeping strikes under the rug: Will Iraq face consequences for Saudi strikes? - analysis
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi doesn’t seem very focused on consequences for the militias that potentially have caused a huge economic headache for the world.
Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is currently on a European tour, visiting Germany and France. However, back home, there are concerns about the ongoing threats posed by Iranian-backed militias in Iraq. The latest incident involved a drone attack on Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline, which could have devastating consequences for the global economy.
The attack, which took place on September 11th, highlights the potential risks associated with the 1,200 km pipeline that has enabled Saudi Arabia, the world's largest crude oil exporter, to bypass the Strait of Hormuz.
Initial Iraqi responses to the attack included firing a military commander and launching an investigation. The probe began after Iraq admitted the drone attack had originated from a province bordering Iran. However, Saudi Arabia has accused Iran-backed militias in Iraq of targeting its oil facilities in the past. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi seems uninterested in confronting the potential consequences for these militias, instead focusing on his European trip.
The attack on Saudi Arabia might be swept under the rug, as it's not the only security incident in Iraq. Recently, Interior Ministry forces found dozens of drones in western Iraq, which are believed to be used by Iranian-backed militias. The Iraqi Parliament Speaker, Haibat al-Halbousi, condemned the attack on Saudi Arabia and reiterated Iraq's stance against using its soil or airspace to threaten other countries' security.
Nonetheless, the real question remains whether anyone will truly be held accountable for these attacks.
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