What was the year-on-year change in Russia's crude oil production in April, and what factor did the IEA cite as contributing to the decline?

Russia's crude oil production declined by 460,000 barrels per day (bpd) in April compared to the same month a year ago, falling to around 8.8 million bpd; the IEA attributed this decline to Ukraine's intensified drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, including major oil ports and refineries since March.

How did Russia's crude oil exports change in April, and what external geopolitical development helped drive that increase?

Crude exports rose by 250,000 bpd from March to 4.9 million bpd in April; the IEA stated this increase was driven by disruptions in Gulf oil supplies caused by the Iran war, which attracted new buyers for Russian Urals crude, including Egypt, where exports averaged 200,000 bpd in April.

Russia's Oil Output Down 460,000 bpd Year-on-Year in April, IEA Says

May 13, 2026

The IEA reported Russia's crude production dropped 460,000 bpd in April due to Ukrainian drone strikes, while exports increased amid Gulf supply disruptions. Total exports recovered partially but remain below pre-war levels.

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