Image: Fuel prices in Germany have surged sharply due to the…
Image: Fuel prices in Germany have surged sharply due to the conflict surrounding Iran. According to the publication, on July 19, a liter of Super gasoline averaged 2.328 euros (approximately 209 rubles), E10 gasoline – 2.274 euros (204 rubles), and diesel – 2.305 euros (207 rubles).
Consensus
- Prices for gasoline and diesel in Germany increased sharply due to escalation of the conflict around Iran.
- The increase in fuel prices is linked to concerns about potential disruptions to oil supplies from the Persian Gulf region.
- The temporary tax discount on fuel that was active in May and June ended in Germany.
- Gas station operators in Germany are now allowed to raise prices only once per day.
Points of divergence
- On July 19, the average price of Super gasoline was 2.328 euros (about 209 rubles), E10 gasoline was 2.274 euros (204 rubles), and diesel was 2.305 euros (207 rubles). — m24
- Diesel prices rose by 6.7 cents per liter in one week, reaching 2.238 euros after a daily spike. — m24
- The conflict on the Middle East began at the end of February following an attack by Israel and the US on Iran; a ceasefire was declared on June 14, followed by signing an electronic memorandum on June 18. A new escalation started on July 8 after Iran attacked a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting U.S. airstrikes on Iranian territory. — m24
- U.S. President Donald Trump announced the termination of the ceasefire with Iran. — m24
- Iran retaliated by launching attacks on U.S. military facilities in six countries: Bahrain, Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, UAE, and Oman. — m24
- The price for 50 liters of diesel is now around 115 euros (about 10,300 rubles). — vesti
- Oil prices rose by more than 13 percent in one week. — vesti
- There is growing concern about inflation and the impact on the global economy due to rising transportation and production costs. — vesti
- Only 17% of Germans are satisfied with Chancellor Friedrich Merz's performance, according to a recent survey. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Fuel prices in Germany surge sharply due to Iran conflict — Москва 24
- Gas prices in Germany surge sharply amid Iranian crisis — Вести