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Saudi Pipeline Shutdown Threatens 4% Hit to Global Oil Supply
A prolonged halt on Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline could cut global oil supply by 4%, exposing the fragility of export routes.
By Editorial Team — September 14, 2026

A prolonged halt on Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline could cut global oil supply by 4%, exposing the fragility of export routes.

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