Drones in the Shadow of Tensions: Iraq's Double Bind The recent drone attack on Saudi oil facilities, intercepted by Riyadh's air defenses from Iraqi territory, has sparked another round of finger pointing and diplomatic pressure.
This incident is part of a growing trend reflecting the increasing complexity of regional politics in the Middle East.
Iraq finds itself caught between its desire for sovereignty and being sandwiched between two powerful nations: Iran to the east and Saudi Arabia to the south.