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G7 to release 100 million barrels from reserves immediately

By Drooid · Oct 2, 2026, 10:01 PM UTC · How we work

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Trump praises diesel release

On Friday, the G7 agreed to release up to 100 million barrels of oil and diesel from strategic reserves over four months, starting immediately.
President Donald Trump praised the deal on Truth Social, noting Europe’s large diesel release.
The International Energy Agency will coordinate the release, delivering a large diesel share within 20 days.
The G7 pledged that members will not impose new export restrictions on energy products.

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Trump threatens export ban

The G7 agreed on Friday to release up to 100 million barrels of oil and diesel from strategic reserves over the next four months, starting immediately.
The release is framed as a relief for soaring diesel prices that strain households, farmers and small businesses.
European diesel hit a record €2.24 per litre, raising costs for households and transport.
U.S. President Donald Trump warned the United States could impose a diesel export ban.

Blindspot

European diesel prices hit a record €2.24 per litre, raising costs for households, farmers and small businesses, according to European diplomats.
Within this story's sources, this angle appears mainly in Left-leaning coverage and receives less attention in Center-leaning coverage.

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Trump praises diesel release

On Friday, the G7 agreed to release up to 100 million barrels of oil and diesel from strategic reserves over four months, starting immediately.
President Donald Trump praised the deal on Truth Social, noting Europe’s large diesel release.
The International Energy Agency will coordinate the release, delivering a large diesel share within 20 days.
The G7 pledged that members will not impose new export restrictions on energy products.

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