UAE quits OPEC as oil cartel takes blow during war on Iran
The UAE has decided to withdraw from OPEC to focus on its national interests. This move comes at a time when the oil cartel is facing challenges related to shipping exports through the Strait of Hormuz. The implications of this decision for both the UAE and OPEC are still unfolding.
- ▪The UAE's withdrawal from OPEC is aimed at prioritizing its national interests.
- ▪OPEC is currently facing difficulties in shipping Gulf exports through the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪The impact of the UAE's exit on the oil market and OPEC's stability remains to be seen.
6 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 20 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 4 centre.
- ▪ UAE will leave OPEC in blow to oil cartel — Korea Times
- ▪ UAE set to will leave OPEC in blow to oil cartel — The Globe and Mail
- ▪ UAE leaves OPEC in a blow to oil cartel — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ UAE leaves OPEC in blow to oil cartel amid war on Iran — Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
- ▪ The UAE is leaving OPEC after nearly 60 years as the Iran war reshapes Gulf alliances — Quartz
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| Publication time | Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:06:55 +0000 |
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Toggle PlayUAE quits OPEC as oil cartel takes blow during war on IranNewsFeedUAE quits OPEC as oil cartel takes blow during war on IranThe UAE’s decision to quit OPEC to prioritise its ‘national interests’ deals a blow to the oil group already grappling with the challenge of shipping Gulf exports through the Strait of Hormuz. Here’s what we know about why it’s withdrawing and the impact it might have.Published On 29 Apr 202629 Apr 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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