Gasoline prices in France reach historic high

Gasoline prices in France reached a historic high on Thursday, and this increase has led to widespread dissatisfaction among the public. According to reports, the price of unleaded gasoline has reached 2.38 euros per liter, and the price of diesel is nearing 2.37 euros. This situation comes as drivers and households express strong dissatisfaction with rising fuel costs.

Nationwide protests escalate

Protests in France are rapidly increasing. French fishermen on Thursday protested against rising fuel prices by blocking the entrances of two ports and a fuel depot in the south of the country. This action comes as gasoline prices at fuel pumps approach their historic high.

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Tony Dalmasso, one of the protesting fishermen in Nice, said: "We really can't take it anymore. The price of diesel, European regulations, and all other conditions. All of this has become unbearable." These words reflect the intensity of dissatisfaction among various segments of society.

Factors behind rising fuel prices

The French government has cited various factors for the increase in fuel prices. Tensions between the United States and Iran, as well as the war in Yemen, are among the issues affecting oil prices and consequently fuel prices. With crude oil prices rising by 20 percent this month, the economic problems for the public have intensified, leading to increased dissatisfaction. The French government is trying to alleviate discontent by increasing fuel subsidies for the fishing sector, but this measure has yet to reduce public anger.

In recent years, especially during Emmanuel Macron's presidency, rising fuel taxes have led to widespread protests from the public. The fuel tax plan in 2018 led to the "Yellow Vest" movement, which resulted in several months of protests. Now, with prices rising again, it seems that these discontents have reached a serious level once more.

While the government is seeking ways to ease the pressure on the public, many French citizens are still looking for effective solutions to cope with these rising costs. Drivers have flocked to the gas stations of TotalEnergies to take advantage of discounted prices. This major energy company has kept the price of each liter of gasoline at 1.99 euros due to political pressures.

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