
Brussels Demands End to Hungary’s Protected Fuel Prices
In a letter to Budapest, the Commission argued that Hungary’s measures on fuel prices may violate EU law by restricting the free movement of goods and services.

In a letter to Budapest, the Commission argued that Hungary’s measures on fuel prices may violate EU law by restricting the free movement of goods and services.

Brussels avoids speaking about it openly but the ghost of the 2020 COVID-19 crisis is beginning to reappear in the corridors of the EU.

“The more you can do to save oil, especially diesel, especially jet fuel, the better we are off,” Dan Jørgensen said.

Berlin is exploring emergency energy measures, including the revival of mothballed coal facilities, as the conflict in Iran triggers a sharp rise in gas prices across Germany.

Brussels is opting for technical adjustments in response to the shock caused by the Iran crisis.

Amid mounting energy instability, Moldova’s PM said his crisis-management policy was necessary to allow a rapid response.

The crisis in the Middle East is pushing up oil and gas prices and forcing the EU to face the consequences of its expensive and unstable energy system.

Slovenia has introduced temporary restraints on fuel purchases—as neighbouring drivers cross the border in search of cheaper fuel, straining supply at local stations.

Brussels looks for ways to keep the Strait of Hormuz open without sending ships, while the Commission rules out buying Russian gas and Trump demands that NATO prove its loyalty.

The words of Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever reflect a shift in mood in Europe amid the escalating crisis in the Middle East