Saudi Arabia joined the United States for the first time in launching air strikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in the kingdom's regional posture after months of restraint. While Riyadh insists it was acting in self-defence, the operation raises questions about whether the kingdom is abandoning its cautious approach towards Tehran – or simply sending a warning.
Following months of military restraint, Saudi Arabia on Wednesday joined the US in striking Iran-backed militias in Iraq, marking Riyadh's first direct military involvement alongside Washington since the Iran war erupted in late February.
