U.S. and Saudi Forces Strike Iran Aligned Terrorist Sites in Iraq TAMPA Fla. U.S. Central Command and the Saudi Arabian Armed Forces conducted precision strikes in Iraq on July 28 against Iran aligned terrorists. The U.S. military stated that these groups had been directed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to attack U.S. forces and Saudi energy infrastructure.
U.S. and Saudi fighter aircraft struck multiple terrorist logistics and weapons sites across eastern Iraq. The operation served as a strong response to more than 30 IRGC directed aerial drone attacks that took place in the previous 72 hours. Officials confirmed that the unwarranted attacks against U.S. forces were not successful. CENTCOM reported that Iran aligned terrorist militias in Iraq carried out more than 600 attempted attacks on U.S. citizens and facilities from February through April 2026.
These repeated assaults targeted American personnel and installations operating in the region. The joint strikes focused on disrupting the ability of these groups to launch further drone and other assaults from Iraqi territory. In its official statement the command emphasized that the IRGC and its terrorist proxies must cease these attacks to avoid further U.S. military response. The coordinated action between American and Saudi forces highlights ongoing efforts to protect both U.S. troops and critical Saudi energy assets from threats originating in Iraq.
The precision nature of the strikes aimed to limit broader impact while degrading the operational capacity of the targeted sites. U.S. Central Command based in Tampa Florida released the details shortly after the operation concluded. Saudi Arabian Armed Forces participated fully in the planning and execution alongside their American counterparts.
This development occurs amid continued tensions involving Iran backed groups operating near key regional borders. Military officials continue to monitor the situation closely and maintain a high state of readiness. The statement made clear that further aggression would prompt additional defensive measures by the combined forces. The operation marks a notable instance of direct cooperation between the United States and Saudi Arabia in responding to threats against shared security interests in the Middle East.
Both nations remain committed to countering the activities of Iran aligned terrorist networks that seek to destabilize the region through repeated attacks on military and civilian infrastructure.
