UAE to leave OPEC in blow to oil cartel

A Hacker News discussion claims the UAE may be considering leaving OPEC amid rising regional tensions.

Commenters linked the debate to security concerns, rivalry with Iran, and conflict risks around the Hormuz Strait and Yemen.

Others argued the real issue is whether OPEC still has meaningful power over oil supply and prices.

If the UAE did exit, it could weaken OPEC’s cohesion and reshape expectations for Middle East energy geopolitics.