Saudi Arabia’s Critical Oil Bypass Comes Under Threat
Houthi strikes threaten Saudi oil exports as Brent hits $105 and Middle Eastern crude soars to $120. Friday, September 11, 2026 Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia’s oil infrastructure have alerted the oil markets to the possibility of seeing even less Middle Eastern supply than before, with potential da
Source: OilPrice.com
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Saudi Arabia routes 5 million barrels a day through the East-West Pipeline to bypass Hormuz — but the line runs within artillery range of Yemen's northern border. Two months into the Strait closure, the Houthis finally have leverage worth using.