Saudi Arabia shuts East-West oil pipeline after drone attacks from Iraq
Saudi authorities stated that drones launched from Iraq targeted the East-West pipeline, causing injuries and forcing a temporary closure as a precaution. The facility, which helps bypass disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, was hit in the Riyadh and Medina regions. Iraqi officials confirmed the attack originated within their territory and dismissed a military commander involved.
Saudi authorities stated that drones launched from Iraq targeted the East-West pipeline, causing injuries and forcing a temporary closure as a precaution. The facility, which helps bypass disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, was hit in the Riyadh and Medina regions. Iraqi officials confirmed the attack originated within their territory and dismissed a military commander involved.
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- South China Morning Post
- Business Recorder
- Dawn
- The Guardian
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South China Morning Post
Saudi pipeline that bypasses Hormuz shut after attacks
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Business Recorder
Saudi says drones launched from Iraq hit oil pipeline
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Dawn
Saudi Arabia says Iraqi drones forced temporary closure of crucial oil pipeline
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The Guardian
Saudi Arabia shuts down oil pipeline, blaming drones from Iraq
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