Drone strikes hit two pumping stations on Saudi Arabia’s East-West Pipeline, known as Petroline, on September 10, triggering fires and a full shutdown the following day. The pipeline normally transports 4 million to 5 million barrels of crude oil daily. Saudi officials said the drones were launched from Iraq’s Maysan province, while US officials, including President Trump, identified Iran-aligned factions as likely perpetrators; no group has claimed responsibility. The attacks caused injuries but no deaths. Satellite imagery showed extensive damage, including a burn scar of about 12 hectares at one station. Repairs could take several days to eight weeks. Brent crude rose above $100 per barrel and later reached $108 as the outage compounded disruptions linked to the 2026 Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz shipping. The shutdown leaves Saudi crude exports dependent on Gulf shipping lanes and has intensified scrutiny of defenses along Petroline’s 1,200-kilometer route.