East–West pipeline shut down as precaution after multiple attacks

Saudi Arabia's East–West pipeline in the Riyadh and Madinah regions was targeted by multiple attacks on the morning of Thursday, September 10, 2026, prompting a precautionary shutdown. The attacks resulted in injuries, and those affected received necessary medical care, according to an official source at the Ministry of Energy.

The source stated that emergency and technical teams responded immediately after the incidents, taking all necessary measures to secure the pipeline and verify its safety, in line with established safety and emergency protocols.

The procedures were carried out in coordination with relevant authorities. The source added that the ministry will provide updates on the pipeline as new information becomes available.