European countries agree to release diesel reserves to lower prices
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European Union, G7 leaders
Europe
October 2, 2026
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European leaders agreed to release 50 million barrels of diesel to lower prices. The move follows a request from US President Donald Trump. Concerns remain over refined product supply constraints due to Middle East and Russian refinery issues.
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