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Iraq Removes Maysan Commander After Saudi Pipeline Attacks

Saudi Arabia shut its East-West oil pipeline Saturday. This followed drone attacks that limited oil flow.

Investigators said the attacks were launched from inside Iraq. The launch area borders Iran.

Local Iran-backed militias were accused of carrying out the attacks. Iraq's government worked Saturday to contain the fallout.

It removed its Maysan military commander. Iraq also opened investigations into the attack.

These steps followed reports blaming Iraqi territory for the attacks. The reports also blamed Iran-backed militias.

Klear Note — An oil pipeline carries crude oil over long distances.
Key Terms 3
  • Maysan A province in southern Iraq near the Iranian border.
  • East-West pipeline A major Saudi Arabian pipeline that carries oil across the country.
  • Iran-backed militias Armed groups in Iraq that receive support from Iran.
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