Iraq Says Saudi Pipeline Attack Originated From Its Territory, and Other Mideast News
Iraq ordered an investigation and dismissed a provincial commander after confirming the attack was launched from Maysan province, while Saudi Arabia shut the pipeline as a precaution.
- On Friday, Saudi Arabia confirmed a drone attack on its East-West Pipeline originated from Iraq, prompting Iraqi Prime Minister Zaidi to order an investigation and dismiss the military commander in Maysan province.
- The Houthis and Iraqi Shiite groups operate as part of the "Axis of Resistance," opposing the United States and Israel, with Baghdad facing continued pressure from Washington to control these armed factions.
- Calling it a "precautionary measure," Saudi Arabia shut down the pipeline following attacks in Medina and Riyadh, and the kingdom is refraining from retaliation to provide Iraq an opportunity to "take the necessary measures."
- President Donald Trump said Saturday that Iran was "probably" responsible for the attack, noting, "The Houthis called us, and they don't want to fight with us," while letting most ships pass through.
- Iraqi officials vowed that the country's territory will not serve as a launchpad for further attacks, as the government faces a September 30 deadline to disarm Iran-aligned militias that have defied Baghdad's orders.
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Iraq blames Maysan launch for Saudi pipeline strike, sacks commander
Iraq said the drone strike on Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline was launched from Maysan and removed a local commander. The finding sharpened pressure on Iran as fresh crises unfolded from Yemen to the Gulf of Oman.
Iraqi authorities have admitted that the drone attack on the Saudi Arabian oil pipeline was launched from their territory. Iraq has ordered the closure of three border crossings with Iran to investigate those responsible.
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Iraq says Saudi pipeline attack originated from its territory, and other Mideast news
Iraq says an attack on a key Saudi oil pipeline was launched from its territory, and U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran is “probably” behind it. Meanwhile, the number of displaced people in Yemen is rising quickly after a swift…
Arab and Islamic world condemns attack on East-West Pipeline; affirms support for Saudi Arabia
RIYADH — Several Islamic and Arab countries and organizations condemned the drone attacks targeting the East-West oil pipeline in Riyadh and Madinah regions of Saudi Arabia, which caused infrastructure damage and injured several civilians. The countries included Pakistan, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Syria, Sudan, Oman, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Palestine, Lebanon and Libya. In separate statements issued by the foreign ministries of …
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