OPEC Oil Output Plummets Amid Iran Conflict, Threatening Global Supply
OPEC's crude oil production experienced a record decline in March, dropping by nearly 8 million barrels per day due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has severely impacted exports from key OPEC members, including Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. This disruption has led to soaring prices for oil products such as jet fuel and gasoline, posing a threat to the global economy. The conflict has resulted in the steepest production drop since the 1980s, with significant implications for global energy markets.