Trump says Iran likely responsible for Saudi pipeline attack

Former President Donald Trump asserted on Thursday that Iran is likely responsible for the recent sabotage of a major oil pipeline in Saudi Arabia, a claim that adds a new dimension to the diplomatic fallout surrounding the incident. The attack, which occurred on Sunday night, temporarily halted the flow of crude through the 1,200‑kilometer line that transports oil from the kingdom’s eastern fields to the Red Sea port of Yanbu. Saudi officials confirmed that the pipeline was damaged but said that production would resume within hours; they have not publicly identified a perpetrator.

Trump’s remarks, made during an interview with a news outlet, echoed longstanding U.S. concerns about Iranian interference in the Gulf region, though no concrete evidence has been presented to substantiate the allegation. The United States has urged a thorough investigation, while Iran has denied involvement. International observers noted that the incident underscores the vulnerability of critical energy infrastructure and could influence ongoing discussions about regional security and oil market stability.