French President: Fuel Prices Begin to Decline in France, Efforts Continue to Ease Pressure

Paris, Nov 2 (KUNA) – French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that fuel prices in France have begun to decline, affirming that progress has been made and efforts will continue without pause. In a post on his X social media account, Macron added that in October, 10 million barrels were released from France’s strategic reserves to quickly ease pressures on supply volumes and prices. He confirmed that the price of a liter of diesel has fallen by more than 10 cents without any change in taxes, noting that these results were achieved through concrete solutions rather than “populist posturing.” Macron stressed that France did not seek this war and that the French should not bear its cost every time they fill their car fuel tanks. He pointed out that his country continues its diplomatic efforts to restore freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing that the decline in prices is a positive development that encourages continued work, while underscoring the need for humility and vigilance given the ongoing high prices and geopolitical uncertainty in the region. (End) M.B. / M.A. H.A.