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Business & Economy · United StatesHurricane Isaias could affect US fuel prices
Hurricane Isaias is expected to avoid major oil industry centres on the Gulf Coast. However, experts warn that power outages at refineries could disrupt fuel supplies and potentially increase prices.
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Business & EconomySocar to cap fuel prices on Italian IP network
Socar, the Azerbaijani energy company that owns Italiana Petroli (IP), will progressively cap fuel prices on its Italian network starting September 28. This follows a similar move by Eni, which set caps of €2.19/litre for diesel and €1.99 for gasoline.
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PoliticsPortuguese drivers protest fuel prices with bridge honking
Drivers on Lisbon's 25th of April Bridge honked their horns to protest high fuel prices. Truckers also participated in a 'go-slow' convoy on a motorway. Protesters called for the environment minister's resignation and the reinstatement of teleworking.
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Politics · European UnionEuropean governments act on record fuel prices
European governments are implementing a range of measures, including subsidies, tax cuts, and policy adjustments, to mitigate the impact of record-high gasoline and diesel prices. These actions come in response to economic pressures exacerbated by conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
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Business & EconomyEni sets price cap for petrol and diesel
Italian energy company Eni has announced a price cap for petrol and diesel, setting a maximum of €1.99 per litre for petrol and €2.19 per litre for diesel. The measure, intended as a 'contribution of solidarity', will be in effect for 30 days from September 28, 2026, with a possibility of extension.
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Politics · Middle EastIran Compares US Fuel Price Blame to Nazi Germany
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei rejected US accusations that Tehran is responsible for rising fuel prices. He compared the US narrative to Nazi Germany's justification for invading Poland in 1939 and stated Washington's actions contributed to the crisis.
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Politics · United StatesAshley Hinson calls for Iran war to end amid high fuel prices
Representative Ashley Hinson has called for an immediate end to the war in Iran, citing the economic impact on Iowans. She stated that high fuel prices are squeezing residents and that the war should be brought to a successful conclusion.
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Politics · European UnionCDU proposes 21-25 cent fuel price relief
CDU Secretary General Franziska Hoppermann has put forward specific figures for proposed fuel price relief, suggesting a reduction of 21, 23, or 25 cents per litre. She indicated these measures could be implemented at the start of October, following discussions with federal states.
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Politics · European UnionMacron Demands Government Mobilisation on Fuel Supply and Prices
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for "total mobilization" from his government to address fuel supply shortages and rising prices. Approximately 10% of gas stations are experiencing difficulties, with the majority affecting TotalEnergies. The government is exploring regulatory flexibility, including at the European level, to manage the situation.
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Politics · United StatesSenate Majority Leader John Thune open to diesel export ban amid record prices
John Thune announced he is willing to explore a ban on diesel fuel exports, citing record‑high domestic prices and limited supply from conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. The United States is the world’s top diesel exporter, while Russia has already halted its shipments.
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Business & Economy · United StatesLawsuit Alleges Freedom Fuel Stations Sold Unpaid-For Gas
A lawsuit filed by Mansfield Oil Company alleges that KRSM Inc. acquired more than 1 million gallons of fuel from a Sunoco terminal in Pennsylvania without payment. The fuel was intended for Freedom Fuel Network stations, promoted by President Trump, which offered low prices.
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