Saudi Arabia halts major oil pipeline after drone ‘attacks’

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Saudi Arabia on Tuesday halted pumping on the major east-west oil pipeline after two oil booster stations were attacked by drones.

The energy minister said the targeting of the booster’s was carried out through an attack by drone-controlled aircrafts and the ensuing fires were under control, causing limited damage.

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