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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Athena Stavrou

UK diesel supply: Britain holds emergency talks following Trump’s threat

  • The UK has joined emergency talks with Brussels following threats from Donald Trump to ban US diesel exports to Europe to curb domestic fuel prices.
  • Transport minister Keir Mather reassured the public that the UK possesses a diverse diesel supply while engaging with US and international partners.
  • President Trump reportedly urged France and Germany to release emergency diesel stocks to ease global price surges caused by conflict with Iran.
  • UK diesel prices reached an all-time high of over £2 per litre this week, prompting chancellor John Healey to confirm the UK is taking the threat seriously.
  • Andy Burnham stated he would seek a specific exemption for the UK should the US proceed with the diesel export ban.

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