Saudi Arabia shuts down East-West oil pipeline following drone attack
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September 12, 2026
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Saudi Arabia closed its critical East-West oil pipeline after a drone attack launched from Iraq. The pipeline has been a major route for global oil supplies.
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Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline after drone attack launched from Iraq
Saudi Arabia closed the East-West pipeline following a drone attack originating from Iraq. Iraq has launched an investigation and removed a military commander in the border region. The attack has pushed crude oil prices above $100 a barrel.