Drones from Iraq hit Saudi pipeline
Saudi Arabia reported that drones launched from Iraq struck its East-West pipeline. The kingdom delayed retaliation at the request of the Iraqi prime minister while reserving its right to protect its critical facilities.
Saudi Arabia reported drone strikes hitting its East-West pipeline, with investigators tracing the attacks to Iraq on Thursday afternoon. The pipeline is a critical artery for the kingdom's oil exports, though officials held off on immediate military retaliation. Riyadh reserved the right to take necessary measures to protect its critical facilities.
The intervention followed an explicit request from the Iraqi prime minister to exercise restraint amid rising regional friction. Saudi Arabia stated it prioritizes diplomatic channels while maintaining its defensive posture over sovereign infrastructure.
