By Akanksha
April 13, 2026
Oil exports across six key Arab producers saw exports fall by 44%, marking one of the biggest short-term disruptions in recent years, shipping data from Kpler (April 2026) highlighted.
Iraq recorded the biggest drop, with crude exports falling by 82%, the sharpest decline among all countries.
Kuwait’s oil exports declined by 75%, marking one of the most significant drops in the region.
Qatar saw its crude exports fall by 70%, placing it among the hardest-hit exporters.
Saudi Arabia’s exports dropped by 34%, showing a notable but comparatively smaller fall.
The UAE recorded a 26% decline in oil exports, making it one of the less affected countries in the group.
Oman stood out as the only country with growth, with oil exports rising by 17% during the same period. Oman’s increase is linked to the fact that many of its ports are located outside the Strait of Ho