Iran war live: US, Saudi forces attack Tehran-aligned groups in Iraq

Jul 29, 2026, 12:00 AM· 1 hour ago· Original: EN

Attacks come as Saudi Arabia intercepts drones and Iran warns of 'any action' to maintain its control of Hormuz.

Iran war live: US accuses IRGC of ‘surprise’ ballistic missile attacks

US claim comes as Saudi Arabia reports intercepting drones and Iran warns of ‘any action’ to maintain control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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War on Iran: Phase II: Day 17

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US accuses Iran of firing multiple ballistic missiles at its forces in the Middle East in “an attempted surprise attack” and says all projectiles were intercepted.

Iran warns it will take “any action”, including resuming war, to keep control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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