Saudi Oil Pipeline Shut After Drone Attack; Trump Blames Iran, Iraq Probes Launch
A drone attack from Iraq shut down a vital Saudi oil pipeline, with Donald Trump quickly attributing responsibility to Iran.
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In May 2019, Saudi Arabia's vital East-West oil pipeline was temporarily shut down following a drone attack that targeted two pumping stations. The strikes caused minor damage to one station, prompting a precautionary closure of the pipeline. Houthi forces in Yemen, who are backed by Iran, claimed responsibility for the assault.
Following the incident, then-U.S. President Donald Trump publicly suggested that Iran was likely responsible for the drone attack. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia indicated that the drones originated from Iraqi territory. In response, the Iraqi government condemned the attacks and initiated an investigation into the launch point, vowing to take legal action against any individuals found to be involved.
What each outlet emphasizes
- CNN: Trump says Iran likely responsible for attack that shut vital Saudi oil pipeline
- BBC: Saudi Arabia shuts key oil pipeline after drone attack launched from Iraq
- AJ: Iraq probes drone strikes on Saudi Arabia, shuts three crossings to Iran
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