US considers diesel export ban as fuel prices surge, impacting Europe

gmx.net (German)

The US government is considering a diesel export ban to address rising fuel prices, a move that could impact Europe. President Donald Trump confirmed the review during the UN General Assembly in New York. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said officials are examining a full or partial halt of diesel exports. The US is Europe's second-largest diesel supplier after the Middle East, having replaced Russia following the Ukraine war. Fuel prices have surged due to the Iran conflict, with gasoline up nearly 50 percent and diesel at a record high. Republican lawmakers, including Senate candidate Mike Rogers, are pushing for the ban ahead of November elections.


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