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Fuel prices are exploding: Middle East conflict is driving up costs!
Rising fuel prices in Germany on June 14, 2025 due to the Middle East conflict: causes, developments and tips for refueling.
Fuel prices are exploding: Middle East conflict is driving up costs!
In recent days, the escalation of the conflict between Israel and Iran has left its mark on gas stations. Petrol and diesel prices have risen sharply due to geopolitical tensions in the region. Current figures show that the price for a liter of Super E10 this morning is 1,740 euros on average across Germany, while diesel costs 1,630 euros. For comparison: the day before, prices for E10 were 5 cents lower and 6 cents lower for diesel, which illustrates the trend towards an increase, as the Nordsee Zeitung nordsee-zeitung.de reports.
The reasons for these price increases are complex. On Friday, June 13th, a military conflict broke out, causing oil prices to skyrocket. A barrel of North Sea Brent, which had previously been around $69, now exceeded the $74 mark. At one point it even reached as high as $78.50, the highest level since January. The uncertainty in the Middle East not only shapes the geopolitical situation, but also has a direct influence on fuel prices, as the ADAC adac.de highlights.
Price trend and tank tips
The ADAC warns of further price increases and recommends that drivers reconsider their fueling habits. It may make sense to visit the nearest gas station as soon as possible to take advantage of the lower prices. According to the automobile club, refueling in the evening, between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m., is usually cheaper; Here you can save up to 13 cents compared to the morning hours. The recommendation to drivers is to compare prices and drive to cheap gas stations.
Interestingly, despite the tense situation in the Middle East, there are also some positive aspects to report. The Tagesanzeiger tagesanzeiger.ch reports that current oil prices are generally more moderate compared to previous years, which could dampen the price increase of other goods. However, oil prices are not only subject to clear geopolitical negotiations, but also to numerous economic factors and decisions by the producing countries, which significantly influence the direction in which prices move.
In summary, the current tensions in the Middle East have led to a noticeable increase in fuel prices, but at the same time they also underline how volatile the energy market is. Consumers should be well advised to be aware of price developments and, if necessary, to fill up in good time.