Debate on relief measures: Fuel prices: Merz announces relief measures - what could come?
Refueling in Germany is getting more and more expensive. The debate about government intervention is gaining momentum. The federal government wants to take action.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced plans to relieve the burden on motorists due to high fuel prices. The CDU chairman stated that a limit has been reached for many people who rely on their cars daily. A proposal to alleviate the situation is expected to be presented soon, with the federal government in close exchange with the states. The price of fuel continues to rise, with E10 petrol reaching a new high of €2.286 per liter and diesel costing €2.412 per liter.
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