Baghdad condemns strikes on its territory as officials reaffirm commitment to sovereignty
BAGHDAD: Iraq has rejected allegations that its territory was used to launch attacks against Saudi Arabia, calling on those making the claims to provide credible evidence.
A spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces said no country or organisation had presented proof that the reported attacks on Saudi Arabia originated from Iraqi soil.
The spokesperson stressed that Iraq remains committed to safeguarding its sovereignty and preventing its territory from being used to threaten neighbouring countries. He added that the government continues to strengthen national security measures while maintaining control over the country’s borders and military activities.
The statement followed reports linking Iraq to attacks on Saudi Arabia, claims that Iraqi authorities have firmly denied.
Security council condemns reported strikes
Meanwhile, Iraq’s National Security Council convened an emergency meeting following reported US and Saudi military strikes inside the country.
According to an official statement, the council condemned the reported attacks, describing them as a violation of Iraq’s sovereignty. Officials said any hostile military action carried out on Iraqi territory was unacceptable and reiterated that the Iraqi government alone has the authority to determine how to respond to incidents originating within its borders.
The council also warned against unilateral military actions that could further increase regional instability.
Government urges diplomacy amid rising tensions
Separately, the office of the Iraqi prime minister reaffirmed Baghdad’s policy of keeping Iraq out of regional conflicts and said the government would continue pursuing diplomatic and legal measures to protect the country’s sovereignty, security and political stability.
The reported strikes were said to have targeted locations allegedly used by Iran-backed militias in response to reported drone attacks on Saudi oil facilities. These claims have not been independently verified.
According to the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF), the strikes targeted its headquarters and facilities across seven Iraqi provinces. The PMF said at least 20 of its personnel were killed and another 32 were injured, with the deadliest reported attack occurring in Nineveh province.
The latest developments have heightened concerns over the risk of further escalation and a broader regional confrontat
