Iran-backed fighters in Yemen and Iraq are joining forces to threaten the Gulf, officials say
- Posted on September 9, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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Regional tensions escalate as Iran-backed militias operating across Yemen and Iraq coordinate their operations to destabilize Gulf security. Intelligence reports indicate increased collaboration between proxy forces, prompting Saudi Arabia and the United States to launch military strikes against suspected drone attack planners. The strategic alliance threatens critical energy infrastructure and raises concerns about wider Middle Eastern conflict expansion.
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