https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iraq-says-saudi-pipeline-attack-originated-from-its-territory-and-other-mideast-newsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iraq-says-saudi-pipeline-attack-originated-from-its-territory-and-other-mideast-newshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/iraq-says-saudi-pipeline-attack-originated-from-its-territory-and-other-mideast-news#u67206Sun, 13 Sep 2026 20:17:56 +0000Saudi Arabia has shut down its East-West crude oil pipeline following multiple attacks. Iraqi officials stated the attacks originated from Iraqi territory, prompting Baghdad to launch a probe and close three border crossings to Iran. While Donald Trump attributed the strikes to Iran, other reports blame Iran-backed militias operating within Iraq. The shutdown occurs as Houthi forces increase pressure on Red Sea shipping, compounding security threats to Saudi energy infrastructure.Why it mattersThe East-West pipeline is a critical piece of Saudi energy infrastructure. The region is currently se