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world France 24 En 2026-04-03

Europe Tackles Rising Fuel Prices with New Measures

European countries are implementing targeted aid and tax measures to address soaring fuel prices, with some like Spain and Italy taking proactive steps.


In response to soaring petrol prices, French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is now considering the introduction of new targeted aid measures early next week. But how is the rest of Europe faring and what measures have they taken in response to soaring prices? Spain implemented a 30-cent reduction at the pump, Italy has capped some taxes, and Lithuania has cut train ticket prices in half.

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