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Iran resumes missile attacks as US and Saudis strike Tehran-backed militias in Iraq
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· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The US has been working with Saudi Arabia on military actions in Iraq.
Tensions are escalating in the Middle East, with Iran targeting American forces. A recent incident involved a barrage of missiles. This development follows a period of relative calm, and its implications are being closely watched.
The US has been working with Saudi Arabia on military actions in Iraq. Some of these actions have resulted in casualties among militia fighters. Further details on these events are available from news sources.
The situation remains complex, with potential consequences for global stability and the US military's resources.
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Category: local Published: July 29, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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