Iraq’s Pipeline Crisis Escalates | Charlotte News

Iraq’s government is under fire after Saudi oil pipelines were hit from within its borders, forcing Baghdad to fire a military commander and close key crossings with Iran — all while facing mounting pressure from Iran-backed militias. With a September 30 deadline looming for non-state groups to disarm, tensions are spiking as Houthi rebels in Yemen seize control of a vital shipping chokepoint, threatening global trade and fuel prices. As Saudi Arabia braces for retaliation and the region teeters on the brink of wider conflict, Iraq finds itself caught between regional powers, its credibility and stability hanging by a thread. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/334c672da28ce0aa