Iraq seizes drone launcher linked to Saudi pipeline strike
Iraqi security forces say they located and seized a drone-launching platform allegedly used in an attack that struck Saudi Arabia's east-west oil pipeline, which carries roughly 4 to 5 percent of global oil and was shut as a precaution. Forensic and technical teams are working to identify perpetrators, and Iraq approved an Iranian request to join the investigation while maintaining direct communication with Saudi authorities. Saudi officials traced launches to Maysan province near the Iranian border, prompting border checks, command reshuffles and investigations of provincial security commanders, with Saudi Arabia deciding against immediate retaliation.
Iraq seized a suspected drone-launch platform used in the pipeline attack
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Drones recently struck the east-west pipeline and caused injuries. Iraq tracked and seized the alleged launch equipment. Investigations and arrests could follow and the pipeline may reopen later.
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