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Why is diesel more expensive than regular gas?
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WorldPingThe co-ordinated release is aimed at heading off further price spikes and avoiding a ban on US diesel exports.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC News
Crude oil prices eased after G7 leaders bowed to US President Donald Trump’s demand to release oil and diesel reserves.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
WorldPingThe G7 announced an urgent release of 100 million barrels of oil and fuel products to counteract the ongoing diesel shortages, starting now and extending over the upcoming four months.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingAfter increased pressure from Washington, the G7 held an emergency meeting on energy. The world's wealthiest nations say they will release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel fuel in their reserves.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by NPR
The G7 will deploy 100 million barrels of reserves over the next four months, the group's leaders said in a joint statement.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
EU countries are set for crisis talks on soaring diesel prices, with officials warning a U.S. export ban could hurt Europe’s economic outlook.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
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