Iraq Says It Has Found No Evidence of Attacks Launched From Its Territory Against Saudi Arabia

 

BAGHDAD – Iraq has announced that its preliminary investigation has found no evidence that recent attacks against Saudi Arabia were launched from Iraqi territory, pushing back against allegations that have fueled regional tensions.

The statement came after Saudi Arabia accused armed groups operating from Iraq of carrying out drone strikes targeting oil infrastructure. Baghdad responded by launching an official inquiry while requesting supporting evidence from Saudi authorities to help determine the origin of the attacks.

According to Iraqi officials, investigators have so far found no indications that Iraqi land was used as a launch point. The government reaffirmed its commitment to preserving national sovereignty and preventing its territory from becoming a platform for attacks against neighboring countries.

Saudi Arabia has maintained that several drones intercepted over the kingdom originated from Iraq and has urged Baghdad to take stronger measures against armed factions allegedly involved in cross border operations. Riyadh has described the incidents as a direct threat to regional security and critical energy infrastructure.

The dispute unfolds amid heightened instability across the Middle East, where tensions involving Iran, its regional allies, the United States, and Gulf countries have intensified. Analysts warn that conflicting narratives surrounding the drone attacks could complicate diplomatic efforts and increase pressure on Iraq, which has sought to balance relations with both Tehran and Arab Gulf states.

Baghdad has emphasized that it remains committed to cooperating with neighboring governments and conducting a transparent investigation. Officials say any verified violation of Iraqi sovereignty or misuse of the country's territory by armed groups will be addressed in accordance with Iraqi law.

While the investigation continues, the lack of confirmed evidence underscores the challenges of attributing responsibility in a region where multiple armed groups operate across porous borders and where competing claims often emerge before independent verification is completed.