Drone attack shuts Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline
Drone attacks reportedly forced Saudi Arabia to shut its East-West pipeline, with a major fire reported along the route. Saudi Arabia condemned the strike and opened an investigation while holding off retaliation.
The shutdown affects a major oil-export route and could disrupt global energy markets if prolonged or expanded.
Why 82 is a exceptional score
A score of 82 sits in DoomRadar's 81–100 band, which represents a major national or international crisis, including exceptional catastrophic events. The score estimates potential severity and wider impact; it is not a probability or a forecast of losses.
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