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  "id": 6808190,
  "title": "Iraqi commander dismissed over drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/iraqi-commander-dismissed-over-drone-attacks-targeting-saudi-arabia",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-11T21:55:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Middle East Eye",
    "slug": "middle-east-eye",
    "url": "https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iraqi-commander-dismissed-over-drone-attacks-targeting-saudi-arabia"
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  "summary": "An Iraqi military commander was dismissed after investigations confirmed that drone attacks targeting Saudi Arabia originated from Iraqi territory. The attacks, which hit the East-West Pipeline, led to its closure and caused human injuries and material damages.\n\nThe Iraqi prime minister's office announced the dismissal, while the Iraqi government condemned the attacks and launched an urgent investigation into those responsible. According to Al-Monitor, Saudi Arabia said it would not retaliate for now following a request from Iraq's prime minister, but reserved the right to take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty, security and critical facilities.\n\nThe attacks were condemned by several countries, including Qatar, which expressed its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for all measures it takes to protect its sovereignty, security, and facilities.",
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        "title": "Saudi Arabia shuts down East-West oil pipeline after attacks trigger fire",
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        "title": "Saudi Arabia says East-West pipeline hit by drones launched from Iraq",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/saudi-arabia-says-east-west-pipeline-hit-by-drones-launched-from-iraq",
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