Bahrain says oil pipeline attacked by Iran-backed militants

Associated Press
Emergency and rescue workers are seen blocking the road leading to a fire in at oil pipeline in Buri village south of Manama, Bahrain, on November 10, 2017. (REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed)

DUBAI: Bahrain says an oil pipeline that exploded overnight was attacked by militants in the island nation.
Bahrain’s Interior Ministry made the announcement Saturday afternoon, alleging that Iran was in communication and guiding those responsible for the pipeline explosion and other attacks.
No group has claimed the attack. Prosecutors have begun an investigation.
Iran had no immediate comment.
The blast and fire hit near the village of Buri late Friday, damaging cars and nearby buildings. Firefighters evacuated those nearby.

Topics: Bahrain Iran Buri village oil pipeline explosion