Fact-check · Nov 4, 2026 · Donald Trump
“It's producing more oil. Right now. Than at any time prior to the war.”
FALSE
What the record shows
Iran produced 3.2-3.3 million barrels per day in 2025-early 2026, down from a post-sanctions peak of 4 mb/d in 2024 and far below its 2018 pre-sanctions level of 3.6 mb/d.
Iran's current production is below pre-war levels and below its 2024 peak. The claim misrepresents Iran's production trajectory.
Sources
- The United States produced more crude oil than any other country in 2025 - U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)
- USA Hits New Crude Oil Production Record
- The US remained the world’s largest crude oil producer in 2025, EIA reports
- U.S. crude oil production rose in 2025, setting new record - U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)
- US Crude Oil Production Chart from 2015 - 2025US Crude Oil Production Chart (2015–2025)
- US Crude Oil Production Trends and OPEC+ Developments Analysis
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