UAE's Exit from Opec Appeases Trump, Delivers Blow to Saudi Arabia
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-28 17:52 UTC
- Sources: Middle East Eye
The UAE's decision to leave Opec has been seen as a blow to Saudi Arabia's influence in the region. Reuters reports that US officials have welcomed the move, while BBC says it is too early to determine its impact.
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