Iraq’s government is pushing to curb the influence of armed groups aligned with Iran, which it accuses of carrying out attacks on Saudi Arabia’s energy infrastructure. The move comes amid rising tensions between regional powers, with Baghdad reportedly pressuring these factions to halt cross-border operations. Authorities claim the groups operate with impunity despite Iraq’s official neutrality in the broader geopolitical rivalry. The development signals a potential shift in Iraq’s stance toward balancing relations with both Iran and Saudi Arabia.
Baghdad is seeking to reduce the power of Tehran-linked forces accused of striking a Saudi oil pipeline
