Saudi Arabia: East-West Pipeline Halted Precautionarily Following Multiple Attacks

A senior source in the Saudi Ministry of Energy stated that the East-West Pipeline in the Riyadh and Medina regions came under multiple attacks on the morning of Thursday, September 10, 2026. He added that the pipeline was shut down as a precautionary measure, and the attacks resulted in some injuries, for which medical care was provided. The source clarified that emergency teams and specialized technical units began their work immediately following the attacks and took the necessary measures to secure the pipeline and verify its integrity, in accordance with approved safety procedures and emergency plans, in coordination with relevant authorities. Any updates will be announced at the appropriate time.