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Saudi Arabia has few options as it faces mounting threats from Iran and its allies

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What happened

Houthi rebels in Yemen are advancing toward a crucial trade chokepoint…

Key facts

  • Reported by ABC News and published Sat, 12 Sep 2026 05:59:20 UTC.

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  1. Iran, Saudi Arabia discuss regional 'insecurity' as Yemen fighting flares

  2. Saudi Arabia says East-West pipeline hit by drones launched from Iraq

  3. Saudi Arabia shut down East-West crude oil pipeline after multiple attacks by drones from Iraq

  4. Saudi Arabia shuts down major oil pipeline, says drones launched from Iraq hit it

  5. Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline after drone attack launched from Iraq

  6. Middle East live: Saudi Arabia shuts down critical oil pipeline after attacks

  7. Saudi Arabia has few options as it faces mounting threats from Iran and its allies

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