Economy
The diesel crisis could have disastrous global consequences
Rising diesel prices have triggered protests and strikes in France, Portugal, Indonesia, and the Philippines, while the UK faces low reserves. The US, the world's largest diesel exporter, is considering a temporary export ban to lower domestic prices ahead of midterm elections, despite economists warning this could cause global recession. Kamala Harris previously described Trump’s economic policies as a major crisis, a view gaining traction as vulnerable nations like the Netherlands experience business failures due to fuel costs.
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