Saudi Arabia shuts East-West oil pipeline after attacks from Iraqi territory
Saudi officials say the critical conduit was targeted multiple times this week in attacks that both Baghdad and Riyadh attribute to Iranian-backed militias operating in Iraq.
Saudi Arabia has shut down its East-West pipeline as a precaution following multiple attacks on the vital oil infrastructure earlier this week, according to statements from Saudi officials on Saturday. Both the Saudi and Iraqi governments said the attacks originated from Iraqi territory, where Iranian-backed militias are known to operate.
The closure of the pipeline, which is critical to global oil supplies, comes amid escalating tensions in the region. The incident underscores ongoing security concerns related to militant groups operating across the Iraq-Saudi border.
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- Middle East live: Saudi Arabia shuts down critical oil pipeline after attacks — France 24 — English
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