Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline halted after fresh attack
Saudi Arabia's critical East-West oil pipeline has once again been forced to halt operations following a new attack on its infrastructure. A source in the kingdom's energy sector revealed to AFP that the pipeline was targeted on Sunday, with significant damage reported at a pumping station near Khurais, east of Riyadh. This particular station had not been previously attacked, according to the source.
The attack has resulted in a complete stoppage of oil flows through the pipeline, which is a vital artery for the country's energy transport system. The extent of the damage suggests that repairs and restoration of operations may take some time. The incident underscores the ongoing vulnerability of Saudi Arabia's energy infrastructure to such attacks.