Six Iranian advisers killed in US-Saudi operation in Iraq, AP says

At least six Iranian advisers were killed during a joint US-Saudi military operation against Iran-backed militias in Iraq, Report informs, citing the Associated Press.

Two sources in an Iraqi militia, speaking on condition of anonymity, told AP about the casualties.

Earlier, it was reported that Saudi Arabia's Armed Forces, in coordination with US Central Command, carried out precision strikes on positions of Iran-backed militias in Iraq.

According to preliminary reports, at least 20 fighters were killed in the strikes. It remains unclear whether the Iranian advisers are included in that number.