The pipeline has played a key role in Saudi Arabia’s ability to continue exporting oil following the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz.

Houthis escalate attacks from Yemen to Saudi Arabia, threatening Red Sea shipping, Bab Al Mandab and global oil routes as Riyadh vows to defend its sovereignty.

The development comes as the wider US-Iran conflict continues to disrupt major oil routes across the region.

Saudi Arabia's foreign minister said the Petroline was damaged following a drone launched by Iran-backed rebels in Iraq.