Saudi Arabia Shuts Down East-West Crude Oil Pipeline After Attacks
The closure comes as Yemen's Houthis have launched attacks in Saudi Arabia in recent days.
Saudi Arabia has shut down its East-West Pipeline as a precautionary measure following attacks reported on Thursday. The Ministry of Energy confirmed injuries and stated that emergency crews have secured the pipeline. The cause and extent of damage are still under investigation.
- Saudi Arabia’s East-West Pipeline was shut down as a precautionary measure.
- Attacks on the pipeline were reported on Thursday, resulting in injuries.
- The Ministry of Energy confirmed the incident and stated that emergency crews responded.
- The identity of the attackers and the extent of damage have not been disclosed.
- The East-West Pipeline transports oil from the Abqaiq oil field to the Red Sea.
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