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Middle East oil exports rebound to pre-conflict levels
Shipping data reveals crude oil exports from the Middle East, excluding Iran, have recovered to pre-war volumes, with at least 16.5 million barrels shipped last week. The recovery signals stabilisation in regional energy markets amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
LSN Malaysia ·
Recent shipping data indicates that crude oil exports from the Middle East have returned to levels seen before the outbreak of conflict in the region, excluding Iranian supplies. The figures show that at least 16.5 million barrels were exported during the week, representing a significant recovery in regional oil shipments.
The rebound in export volumes underscores the resilience of Middle Eastern energy production despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. Major oil-producing nations in the region have maintained their output and export schedules, helping to stabilise global energy supplies.
The recovery to pre-conflict export levels is particularly significant for global oil markets, which have been sensitive to disruptions in Middle Eastern supplies. The region remains a critical supplier of crude to international markets, with any major fluctuations in shipments capable of influencing global energy prices.
Analysts point to the data as an indication that infrastructure and shipping routes in the region have remained largely operational. However, they caution that geopolitical developments could still impact future export volumes and global energy stability.