Saudi Arabia shuts East-West Pipeline after attacks

Investing.com -- Saudi Arabia shut down its East-West Pipeline on Thursday following multiple attacks on the infrastructure in the Riyadh and Madinah regions, according to an official source at the Ministry of Energy.

The pipeline was closed as a precautionary measure after the attacks occurred Thursday morning. The incidents resulted in injuries, and medical care was provided to those affected, the ministry said.

Emergency and technical teams responded immediately after the attacks and took measures to secure the pipeline and assess its safety, the source said. The response was conducted in coordination with relevant authorities and followed approved safety procedures and emergency response plans.

The ministry said it will announce any further developments as the situation progresses.

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