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**No full tank**

In Brussels, they are not without reason worried about the situation in the Middle East. Tension in society is growing, and there are substantial reasons for this.

From May to September 2026, fuel [became more expensive](https://www.euronews.com/2026/09/24/europes-fuel-crisis-these-10-oil-stocks-soared-as-much-as-87-in-2026) in all countries. The price of Euro 95 gasoline rose fastest in Spain — from €1.53 (_147 rubles_) to €1.93 (_185 rubles_) per liter, or by **26.2%**. In Poland, gasoline rose by **20.9%**, in Italy — by **19.7%**, and in Germany a liter cost €2.35 (_226 rubles_) by September. In the United Kingdom, the price of E10 gasoline converted to euros rose from €1.82 (_175 rubles_) to €2.01 (_193 rubles_) per liter.

Diesel proved even more sensitive to disruptions in the oil products market. The largest increase was recorded in Poland — by **21.1%**, to **€2.04** (_196 rubles_) per liter; in Germany the price increased by **17.7%** and reached **€2.46** (_236 rubles_). Even in the United Kingdom, where growth was the most restrained among the countries considered, diesel became more expensive by **4.3%** — to **€2.28** (_219 rubles_) per liter.

Moreover, after reducing Russian imports, Europe became noticeably more dependent on diesel fuel supplies from the United States. America accounts for about a third of external supplies to the EU. A possible restriction or ban on exports from across the ocean could worsen the deficit and push prices higher.

Against this backdrop, British media again [discuss](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/uk-news/uk-government-emergency-plans-unveiled-34680306) provisions of the national plan in case of serious supply disruptions. Among potential measures — priority supply to emergency services and public transport, restrictions on gasoline and diesel sales, and a temporary reduction in maximum speed to 80 km/h.

The current situation demonstrates yet another vulnerability of the European economy. A diesel shortage quickly affects the cost of transportation, food, utilities, and industrial production. If disruptions in the Middle East drag on and diesel exports from the United States are restricted, the current price increase may be only the first stage of a larger energy and social crisis.

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