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Europe news — September 18, 2026

Publications tagged with Europe published on September 18, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  1. WorldEuropeTradeEarnings

    Germany to Introduce Fuel Price Cap and Discount Amid Record Highs

    The German federal government and states have agreed on measures to relieve motorists from high fuel prices. A fuel discount of 17 cents per liter will be implemented from October until the end of the year, with both the federal government and states sharing the costs totaling 2.5 billion euros. Additionally, a fuel price cap, similar to those in Luxembourg and Belgium, will be introduced by January 1, 2027, at the latest. Talks with the oil industry will ensure supply security. Discussions on an excess profit tax and direct payments to citizens are ongoing.
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  3. WorldEurope

    Europe Faces Potato Shortage Due to Summer Heatwaves

    Europe is experiencing a potato shortage due to severe summer heatwaves, which have resulted in significant crop losses. The Financial Times reports that nearly 7 million tons of crops have been lost, with prices rising sharply in several countries. Farmers are also concerned about the decrease in tuber size, which could impact the production of fries. The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit estimates that the harvest could be cut by more than 3.5 million tonnes, leading to hundreds of millions of euros in losses.
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