# Macron secures more Gulf diesel as France battles surging fuel prices

https://mins.news/en/item/108217

- Al Jazeera, 2026-10-20 16:33 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/10/20/macron-lines-up-more-gulf-diesel-as-france-battles-soaring-fuel?traffic_source=rss

> The UAE and Bahrain have committed to provide France an additional 200,000 tonnes of diesel per month, bringing its total monthly commitments to 295,000 tonnes—just over 10 percent of consumption. The deals come as France faces violent protests over the cost of living and energy prices remain high.

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