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Europe agrees to release diesel stocks, Trump says
What happened
European countries have agreed to release diesel stocks, according to US President Donald Trump. The release is reportedly part of a proposal to ease surging fuel prices linked to the Iran war. The US reportedly pressured European governments to release diesel stocks. The release is expected to begin immediately.
Why it matters
The release of diesel stocks could help ease soaring fuel costs in Europe. The move may also be in response to the US considering a potential ban on US diesel exports. The global diesel supply has been affected by the US war with Iran and a Russian ban on exports.
Key facts
- European countries agreed to release diesel stocks
- The release is reportedly part of a proposal to ease surging fuel prices
- The 50-million-barrel release equates to approximately 17% of the EU's total emergency stocks
- The release is expected to begin immediately
Official statement
“Europe has just agreed to release a massive amount of their heavily stocked Diesel Oil. The process will begin immediately,”
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