UK fuel protests as Iran war sends price of diesel past £2 a litre
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Farmers in the UK are planning fuel protests as the price of diesel surpasses £2 per litre due to the Iran war. The protests come after similar demonstrations in Ireland, which have caused significant disruption and threats to critical supplies throughout the country.
The UK is facing potential fuel protests as diesel prices reach £2 per litre. This is due to the ongoing conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran, which has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil shipping lane. Fuel prices have surged by over a third since the conflict began. The average price of diesel in the UK has now surpassed 190p a litre. Farming organisations in the UK are set to meet to discuss nationwide demonstrations. The National Farmers Union has stated it does not support protests that may inconvenience the public. The situation is being closely monitored, with peace talks between the US and Iran failing to produce a deal. The UK government is under pressure to act decisively to help those affected by rising fuel costs.
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