WorldPingIraq removes a military commander and opens investigations into the attack that came from an area bordering Iran.
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Live: Saudi shuts East-West oil pipeline after multiple Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia says East-West pipeline hit by drones launched from Iraq
Saudi Arabia shut down East-West crude oil pipeline after multiple attacks by drones from Iraq
Saudi Arabia shuts down major oil pipeline, says drones launched from Iraq hit it
Satellite image shows critical Saudi pipeline damaged in drone attack
Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline after drone attack launched from Iraq
Live: Saudi Arabia oil pipeline shut down after drone attack launched from Iraq
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WorldPingSaudi Arabia shut down its crucial Eat-West pipeline after it was attacked on Thursday, threatening an important alternative route for crude exports from the Gulf. Iraq has chosen not to retaliate at this state, its foreign ministry said.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
WorldPingSaudi Arabia on Friday (September 11) said drones launched from Iraq hit the East-West pipeline and led to its closure.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Hindu
Iran-allied Houthi militants in Yemen have escalated strikes on Saudi Arabia this week.
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Iraq condemns the attack, dismisses a military commander who led operations in Maysan province.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
Live: Saudi shuts East-West oil pipeline after multiple Houthi attacks — full report at France 24.
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Saudi Arabia has shut its East-West oil pipeline after a drone attack. Riyadh says the attack originated in Iraq.
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