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G7 Leaders Agree to Release Up to 100 Million Barrels of Petroleum

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First reported on Thursday 1 October 2026 at 09:35 EDT by The Independent·Latest article on Saturday 3 October 2026 at 06:56 EDT

Summary

G7 leaders have agreed to release up to 100 million barrels of petroleum reserves. The decision came after discussions over a potential US diesel export ban, with the coordinated release intended to prevent further price spikes and avoid supply disruptions. The move was prompted by repeated statements from the US president suggesting a ban on domestic supplies was under consideration. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband expressed hope that the agreement would protect households and businesses from price shocks.

Latest: G7 leaders finalized the release of 100 million barrels of oil and diesel following concerns over a potential US export ban, with Trump later denying the ban was ever under consideration.

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How it unfolded

  1. Saturday 3 October

    G7 leaders finalized the release of 100 million barrels of oil and diesel following concerns over a potential US export ban, with Trump later denying the ban was ever under consideration.

  2. Friday 2 October

  3. Thursday 1 October