This archive report was first published on 16 September 2019.
Published on September 16, 2019, the US has threatened to take military action against Iran after a series of attacks on Saudi oil facilities, which have sent oil prices surging.
The attacks, which took place on September 14, 2019, targeted the Abqaiq oil processing facility and the Khurais oil field, causing significant damage and disruption to Saudi Arabia's oil production.
The US has accused Iran of being responsible for the attacks, and has threatened to take military action against the country in response.
The attacks have had a significant impact on the global oil market, with oil prices surging in response to the disruption to Saudi Arabia's oil production.
The US has a long history of military intervention in the Middle East, and has previously taken military action against countries such as Iraq and Libya.
It remains to be seen whether the US will follow through on its threat to take military action against Iran, but the situation is likely to continue to be closely watched by the international community.
