CAIRO/TOKYO -- The surprise announcement of voluntary production cuts by several OPEC+ members underscores Washington's weakening presence in the Middle East and a deepening division between the two sides.
Move meant to lift prices and shore up oil producing nations' finances

Iraq plans to lower oil output by 211,000 barrels per day alongside coordinated cuts by other producers. © Reuters
CAIRO/TOKYO -- The surprise announcement of voluntary production cuts by several OPEC+ members underscores Washington's weakening presence in the Middle East and a deepening division between the two sides.