UAE Quits OPEC, Shaking Cartel's Market Clout
The UAE will leave OPEC on May 1 amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions and attacks that have constrained its exports, a move analysts say weakens OPEC's spare capacity.
RedStateTrump Heralds More Good News With the UAE Pulling Out of OPEC
CNBCShocking UAE exit rocks OPEC, but group will still hold significant sway over the oil market
CNBCTrump says it's 'great' that UAE pulled out of OPEC
The GuardianThe Guardian view on the UAE quitting Opec: whatever importers pay, the price of fossil fuels is too high | Editorial
Overview
The United Arab Emirates announced it will leave OPEC on May 1.
The decision came amid disruptions including an effective eight-week closure of the Strait of Hormuz and repeated missile and drone attacks that have constrained UAE exports, according to reports.
President Donald Trump said he strongly supports the UAE's decision and called it "great" for lowering energy prices, according to his comments at the White House.
Sources said the UAE was OPEC's third- or fourth-largest producer, pumping roughly 2.37 to 3.1 million barrels per day recently, with sustainable capacity around 4.3 million bpd and potential to add about one million bpd.
Analysts warned the exit could prompt other members such as Kazakhstan, Nigeria or Venezuela to leave, and OPEC+ agreed on April 5 to return about 206,000 bpd in May, the group said.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources largely report neutrally, presenting facts and multiple perspectives rather than pushing a single narrative. They include direct source statements (e.g., White House on NSB firings, Tax Foundation critique) and counterpoints (unions' revenue claims). Where critical language appears it's generally quoted from analysts or opponents, not imposed by reporters.