French President Macron began a three-day visit to Gulf states on October 19, 2026, aiming to secure additional oil and diesel supplies for France. Domestic fuel prices in France continue to rise amid the US-Iran war and disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Macron had already met with the Emir of Kuwait on Monday, and his itinerary will subsequently take him to the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Qatar.
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2026-10-19 12:25 · French President Emmanuel Macron has begun a three-day Gulf tour to secure extra oil and diesel supplies for France, as the U.S.-Iran war and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz push up fuel prices. H…
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