Saudi Arabia announced on Friday that it had shut down the East-West oil pipeline after it was targeted in several attacks in the Riyadh and Medina regions the previous day, leaving several people injured.
A senior official at the Ministry of Energy said the attacks took place on Thursday morning.
According to the ministry, the pipeline was closed “as a precautionary measure” following the incidents.
Several people were injured and received medical treatment, although authorities did not provide details on the exact number of casualties or their condition.
Emergency responders and specialized technical teams were deployed immediately to secure the pipeline and assess its safety and operational condition.
The Ministry of Energy said further information would be released as developments become available.
The statement did not identify those responsible for the attacks or provide details about how they were carried out. No group has so far claimed responsibility.
