https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/attacks-on-saudi-pipeline-rattle-energy-marketsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/attacks-on-saudi-pipeline-rattle-energy-marketshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/attacks-on-saudi-pipeline-rattle-energy-markets#u69837Wed, 16 Sep 2026 05:21:52 +0000Oil prices surged Monday after drone and missile strikes damaged Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline, a critical bypass for the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude reached $109.80 a barrel, contributing to a 20% monthly increase. The outage coincides with Iranian attacks on Gulf shipping and Houthi strikes on Saudi territory. Diesel prices have hit a four-year high, while bond yields are spiking due to inflation fears. Analysts warn of sharp price rallies if the pipeline remains offline beyond a five-to-seven-day inventory cushion.Why it mattersThe East-West pipeline allows Saudi Arabia to move c https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/attacks-on-saudi-pipeline-rattle-energy-marketshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/attacks-on-saudi-pipeline-rattle-energy-markets#u67747Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:30:20 +0000Global energy markets face mounting pressure as Saudi Arabia shuts down a major crude pipeline following drone attacks, removing a key bypass for the Strait of Hormuz. The disruption compounds ongoing disruptions caused by Iran and simultaneous threats to Red Sea shipping lanes from Houthi rebels. Oil prices have advanced and Saudi stocks extended losses as the escalating crisis threatens crude supplies, triggers inflation fears, and rattles investor sentiment across regional equity markets.Why it mattersThe pipeline shutdown eliminates a vital alternative route that Saudi Arabia used to maint https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/attacks-on-saudi-pipeline-rattle-energy-marketshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/attacks-on-saudi-pipeline-rattle-energy-markets#u66439Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:21:07 +0000Projectiles struck the Saudi Arabian oil pipeline system, causing fires and pushing diesel prices above $6 a gallon. The Iraqi government confirmed the attacks originated from Iraqi territory, leading to the dismissal of a military commander and another senior official. While an umbrella group of Iran-backed militias in Iraq denies involvement, other reports blame these groups for the strike. This escalation coincides with a rapid Houthi advance in Yemen, increasing the risk of a wider conflict involving the US and Iran.Why it mattersSaudi Arabia is a primary global oil supplier, making its in