Saudi Arabia Closes East-West Pipeline After Drone Attack from Iraq
U.S. Energy Secretary says the closure will last only days following damage sustained in the strike.
Saudi Arabia has closed its East-West pipeline after it sustained damage in a drone attack launched from Iraq, according to the U.S. Energy Secretary. The official told CNBC that the interruption is expected to be brief and will last only days.
The closure affects a key crude oil transport route in the region. The U.S. has not provided additional details on the extent of the damage or the impact on global energy supplies.
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- Saudi pipeline closure is a brief interruption that will last days, U.S. Energy Secretary tells CNBC — CNBC — Top News
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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