Saudi Arabia shuts East-West pipeline after drone attack amid Houthi Red Sea escalation

Saudi Arabia temporarily closed its East-West crude pipeline after an aerial drone attack, citing precautionary measures, as Houthi forces intensify pressure on Red Sea shipping lanes. The shutdown threatens to tighten global oil supply and push energy prices higher, though the duration of the closure and extent of damage remain unconfirmed. This marks a direct escalation targeting Saudi energy infrastructure, extending the conflict's impact on oil markets.