{
  "id": 15978889,
  "title": "24.6 million barrels of oil per day: Mid-East oil finds a way around war — but fuel supplies still lag",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/24-6-million-barrels-of-oil-per-day-mid-east-oil-finds-a-way-around",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-22T00:09:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/business/energy/246-million-barrels-of-oil-per-day-mid-east-oil-finds-a-way-around-war-but-fuel-supplies-still-lag-1.500718415"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran has compelled Middle Eastern oil producers to explore alternative shipping methods to circumvent disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. This has resulted in a surge in oil exports from the region, with daily shipments reaching over 24 million barrels, up from 23.3 million before the war. Despite Tehran's efforts to disrupt shipping through the strait, Saudi Arabia and the UAE have successfully adapted by redirecting crude through pipelines and tanker shuttles. These alternative routes, such as the East-West Pipeline from Saudi Arabia and the Habshan-Fujairah pipeline in the UAE, have helped sustain regional oil flows. However, the higher export volume has come at a cost, with increased freight rates, war-risk insurance premiums, and other expenses associated with moving oil through the region. While 40% of regional crude exports now bypass Hormuz, this does not mean disruptions are entirely cost-free.",
  "summary": "The US-Israel war with Iran has prompted producers to rely on alternative pipelines, offshore transfers and tanker shuttles to keep oil moving. The bump in oil shipments highlights how Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have adapted to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. The result: More oil is leaving the Middle East now than before the war with Iran began, despite Tehran’s efforts to…",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}