Friday, September 24, 2026 - The European Union has pushed back against a possible US plan to restrict diesel exports, warning that the move could harm both sides as fuel prices remain under pressure.
European Commission spokesman Olof Gill said Brussels viewed the reported restrictions with concern and described the proposal as a “bad idea” that could negatively affect both the EU and the United States. The warning comes as Europe continues to face high fuel costs and remains heavily dependent on imported diesel.
The United States has been considering restrictions on diesel exports as fuel prices rise, with President Donald Trump supporting measures aimed at easing prices for American consumers.
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright has said the administration is not seeking an outright ban and is instead considering targeted or voluntary restrictions. Europe, however, has become increasingly reliant on US diesel supplies, with the United States accounting for around half of the EU’s diesel imports in August.
The dispute comes as global energy markets face continued pressure from disruptions linked to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. The European Commission has called for close consultation between Washington and Brussels before measures affecting shared energy markets are introduced.
With diesel prices already elevated, any significant disruption to US exports could increase competition for alternative supplies and add further pressure to fuel markets in Europe and beyond.
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