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What impact would Europe’s emergency reserves have on fuel prices?

There are growing concerns over diesel prices and supply across Europe. US President Donald Trump...

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16.29 2 Oct 2026


What impact would Europe’s emergency reserves have on fuel prices?


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16.29 2 Oct 2026


There are growing concerns over diesel prices and supply across Europe.

US President Donald Trump is threatening a 90-day ban on US diesel exports unless European countries release some of their emergency reserves.

EU Energy Ministers are meeting today to discuss the situation, so what does it mean for Ireland?

Joining Ciara to discuss is Kevin McPartland, CEO for Fuels for Ireland and Aoife Foley, Chair in Net Zero Infrastructure at The University of Manchester.


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