Diesel prices are surging putting further pressure on Europe. Ukraine is only part of the story
DW · 28 Sep 2026

Diesel prices are surging putting further pressure on Europe. Ukraine is only part of the story

Trucks, farms and industry are powered with diesel. Now prices are soaring due to refinery disruptions, supply shortages and geopolitical tensions. A potential US export ban could make Europe's diesel crunch even worse.


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