The U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright says crude oil should be flowing again through Saudi Arabia’s vital East-West Pipeline within days. Speaking to CNBC while attending a G20 energy meeting in Houston, Wright says the time frame comes after a “detailed assessment,” and adds that Saudi Arabia is taking steps to move more oil out of the Strait of Hormuz.
The reports say the pipeline is temporarily closed following attacks linked to Iran-aligned groups. One outlet also cites attacks originating from Iraq. Several articles describe the East-West Pipeline as a key conduit, with one noting its length of about 1,200 km and its role in carrying Middle Eastern oil when the Strait of Hormuz is heavily constrained.
