Iraq confirmed that Iran‑backed militias launched an attack from its territory that shut a Saudi oil pipeline, and the government pledged an investigation to address the incident.
On Saturday, Iraq's government moved quickly to manage the repercussions after Iran‑backed militias were blamed for striking and shutting a key Saudi oil pipeline that runs through Iraqi territory.
Baghdad officials confirmed the sabotage originated inside Iraq and announced a formal investigation to identify those responsible and prevent further disruptions.
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The incident highlights the fragility of vital energy infrastructure to proxy attacks, intensifies scrutiny of Iran‑aligned militias operating in Iraq, and could strain diplomatic and trade ties between Baghdad and Riyadh, with potential ripple effects on regional oil supply stability.
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