Iraq fires commander after confirming drones targeting Saudi pipeline launched from its soil

Iraq dismissed the military commander overseeing operations in southern Maysan province after an investigation confirmed that drones targeting Saudi Arabia’s East-West oil pipeline were launched from Iraqi territory. Saudi Arabia said the attacks temporarily shut down the pipeline and injured several people, but it chose not to retaliate after Iraq’s prime minister urged restraint. Baghdad condemned the attack, ordered a further investigation and said it was considering legal action against those responsible, emphasizing that Iraqi territory must not be used to threaten neighboring countries.