Saudi Arabia Accuses Iraqi Militias of Houthi Drone Strikes

The Government of Saudi Arabia intercepted drone attacks targeting crude oil supply and transport infrastructure in Riyadh and the Eastern Region on July 27, 2026. While the Houthi movement claimed responsibility for strikes in Jizan and Yanbu, the Saudi Ministry of Defence asserted that the drones were launched from Iraqi territory by Iranian-backed terrorist militias.

The Houthis dismissed Saudi claims as a cover-up for air defense failures and demanded an end to the siege on the Yemeni people. In Iraq, Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi ordered an investigation into the allegations and reaffirmed his country's commitment to prevent its territory from being used for attacks. Meanwhile, the Islamic Resistance in Iraq rejected the accusations and warned Riyadh that any retaliatory action would be met with a response.

Regional reactions included strong condemnation from Palestine, Pakistan, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan, and Syria. The Palestinian Presidency and Pakistan's Foreign Office expressed solidarity with the Kingdom, with Pakistani officials characterizing the strikes as provocative attacks that threaten regional peace and stability.