From Iraq to Yemen: How Iran-linked groups are putting Saudi energy routes under pressure

A satellite image shows smoke rising from area near East-West oil pipeline, in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia (Picture credit: Reuters)What happened to Saudi Arabia’s oil pipeline? Why is Iraq under pressure? Will the US help Saudi Arabia? What about talks on the Strait of Hormuz? Damage from the attack was still being assessed.The situation remains fluid, with Iraq investigating the origin of the attack, Saudi Arabia holding off on retaliation, the Houthis advancing in Yemen and diplomatic efforts continuing around the Strait of Hormuz.

Source: Times of India September 12, 2026 16:58 UTC