Saudi Arabia said drones launched from Iraq attacked its East-West pipeline on September 11, 2026, but announced it would not retaliate following a request from Iraq's prime minister. Iraq's government condemned the attack and ordered an investigation into those responsible.
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Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Saudi Arabia condemns the targeting of the East-West Pipeline by drones coming from Iraq. The Kingdom has chosen not to respond at this stage to the attacks originating from Iraq, in support of the Iraqi government’s efforts. The Kingdom gave the Iraqi government an opportunity to take the necessary measures to prevent such attacks. The Kingdom reserves its right
Sept 11 (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia said drones launched from Iraq attacked its East-West pipeline, but said it would not retaliate for now following a request from Iraq's prime minister, while reserving the right to take all necessary measures to protect its sovereignty, security and critical facilities, according to a Saudi foreign ministry statement. (Reporting by Yasmine Ghania and Ahmed Tolba; E
Iraq condemns the attack, says Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi orders an investigation into those responsible.