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Europe to release diesel reserves after Trump request
DW.com • • general
Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump announced that Europe will immediately release significant portions of its diesel reserves to address rising fuel prices.
- Trump dismissed the idea of a US ban on diesel exports, stating it was never seriously considered despite domestic pressures over soaring oil costs linked to the Iran war and trade policies.
- French President Emmanuel Macron, chair of the G7, confirmed that the G7 countries will release up to 100 million barrels of diesel over the next four months and pledged to avoid trade restrictions on energy products among partners.
- The decision follows discussions between Trump and Macron and aims to alleviate public concerns about high energy prices amid disruptions caused by Russia's export ban and refinery attacks in Ukraine.
- G7 leaders emphasized their commitment to monitoring the situation closely and adjusting measures as necessary to stabilize energy markets.
