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Saudi Arabia squeezed as Houthi gains and pipeline shutdown hit oil routes

India Today · September 13, 2026 · Week 2026-37

Summary

Geopolitical pressure on Saudi Arabia is intensifying as Houthi military advances and a related pipeline shutdown disrupt critical oil export routes. This dual threat squeezes the Kingdom's ability to securely transport crude, posing a risk to its export revenues and global energy market stability.

Strategic Implication

Heightened geopolitical risk in the Red Sea corridor directly threatens the security of Saudi oil exports and could trigger a spike in global crude prices.

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