Saudi Arabia closes alternative pipeline to Hormuz after suffering several attacks
The facility is approximately 1,200 kilometers long and has a maximum capacity of 7 million barrels per day.
Saudi Arabia's Energy Ministry announced the preventive closure of the East-West oil pipeline, which spans around 1,200 kilometers and has a maximum capacity of 7 million barrels per day. The pipeline, also known as Petroline, was closed after multiple attacks on September 10, 2026, which caused several injuries. The attacks occurred in the regions of Riyadh and Medina, and the pipeline, a key route for global oil supply, was shut down as a precautionary measure.
Emergency teams and specialized technicians intervened immediately to secure the infrastructure and assess its safety.
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