Saudi Arabia's pipeline shutdown and Yanbu terminal suspension trigger supply fears, driving Brent crude to $108 and forcing European refiners to seek alternative sources.
Saudi Arabia suspends Yanbu loadings and halts its East-West pipeline, driving Brent crude back to $108 due to supply disruption fears.
Saudi Aramco confirmed suspension of Yanbu loadings and cancellation of some European cargoes, indicating operational disruption.
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Global oil markets face renewed volatility after Saudi Arabia suspended loadings at the Yanbu terminal following the shutdown of its critical East-West pipeline. The supply disruption has forced Saudi Aramco to cancel European cargoes, pushing Brent crude back to $108 per barrel as regional benchmarks in Asia reach record highs.
The pipeline was halted following Houthi attacks, which also forced the suspension of oil loadings at the Red Sea port of Yanbu.
Companies are diversifying supply chains, with QatarEnergy negotiating long-term LNG deals with US exporters and Enbridge expanding its midstream infrastructure in the US.