Iran has strongly condemned airstrikes conducted by the United States and Saudi Arabia against pro-Iran armed groups in Iraq.
On July 29, the Iranian Foreign Ministry issued a statement labeling the attacks as a "clear violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity." It also claimed that the strikes contravened the United Nations Charter and international law.
The ministry noted that the airstrikes targeted facilities owned by the Iraqi government and those supporting Shiite pilgrims, warning that the responsibility for the consequences of these attacks lies with the United States and its supporting nations.
The U.S. Central Command had previously announced that it conducted precision strikes against pro-Iran armed groups in Iraq on July 28, aimed at forces that had recently directed attacks on U.S. and Saudi energy facilities.
The Saudi Defense Ministry also confirmed that it carried out limited airstrikes in coordination with the U.S. against pro-Iran armed groups in Iraq linked to attacks on its oil facilities.
The Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in Iraq reported that at least 20 of its members were killed and 32 injured in the airstrikes. The PMF is an armed group operating under the Iraqi government, with many members affiliated with pro-Iran Shiite factions.
The Iraqi government criticized the airstrikes as a "violation of sovereignty" and stated it would strengthen control over armed groups to prevent Iraqi territory from being used for attacks on neighboring countries.
The Iraqi National Security Council has decided to enhance government control across the country and develop security measures to respond to further violations of sovereignty.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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