A shadowy faction within Iraq’s resistance movement has been identified by a senior Iraqi source as the likely perpetrator behind the recent sabotage of the East-West pipeline, raising concerns over escalating tensions in the region. The attack underscores growing instability along critical energy infrastructure, with authorities now probing whether the group operates independently or as a breakaway element from larger militant networks. Questions remain over the motives behind the strike, as well as the potential for further disruptions in an already volatile security landscape. The revelation could deepen scrutiny of Iraq’s counterterrorism efforts and regional alliances.


A senior Iraqi source points to a resistance 'splinter' group for the September attack on the East-West pipeline.