Baghdad: Iraqi authorities have initiated necessary measures to investigate and determine the circumstances regarding an attack targeting Saudi Arabia with drones that reportedly entered the kingdom's airspace from Iraq.

According to Anadolu Agency, the Iraqi Foreign Ministry expressed 'deep concern' over reports about the targeting of facilities in Saudi Arabia by three drones. In a statement carried by the state news agency INA, the ministry stated, 'The competent authorities immediately initiated the necessary verification and investigation procedures to determine the circumstances and conditions' of this attack. It further noted that no information regarding the incident was detected through Iraqi air defense systems and optical monitoring equipment.

The ministry emphasized Iraq's commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation with Saudi Arabia across various fields and its firm rejection of any attacks against neighboring states. It urged the relevant authorities in Riyadh to cooperate and exchange related information to reach accurate conclusions that would support security and stability in both countries. Additionally, Baghdad reiterated its commitment to maintaining coordination and consultation with Saudi Arabia to promote regional security and serve the shared interests of both nations.

Saudi Arabia reported on Sunday evening that its air defenses intercepted and destroyed three drones after they entered the country's airspace from Iraq. Riyadh stated that it 'reserves the right to respond at the appropriate time and place' following the attack.

Regional tensions have been on the rise since the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran in February, prompting Tehran to retaliate with strikes targeting Israel and US allies in the Gulf, along with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. A ceasefire took effect on April 8 through Pakistani mediation, although talks in Islamabad failed to produce a lasting agreement. US President Donald Trump later extended the truce indefinitely.