- The Kremlin confirmed Russia will remain in the OPEC plus alliance despite the surprise departure of the United Arab Emirates on May 1 2026
- Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov warned that uncoordinated production following the UAE exit could lead to a significant drop in global oil prices
- Brent crude prices surged above 112 dollars per barrel as markets reacted to the seismic shift in the oil cartel structure
- Analysts suggest the UAE departure represents a major blow to Saudi Arabian leadership and weakens the group control over global supply
- Russia continues to maintain strong diplomatic ties with both the departing UAE and the remaining OPEC members to stabilize energy markets
Russia reaffirms commitment to OPEC plus following United Arab Emirates exit
Apr 29, 2026, 9:45:54 AM UTC(3 hours ago)
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KREMLIN: RUSSIA IS NOT GOING TO EXIT OPEC+