Germany, Ireland Announce Fuel Tax Cuts Amid Iran War

Berlin and Dublin have both taken steps to reduce the burden rising energy prices brought about by the uncertainty in the Straight of Hormuz.Vehicles block O’Connell Street, as part of a protest over the high cost of fuel, in Dublin, Ireland, on April 8, 2026. Conor Humphries/Reuters4/13/2026|Updated: 4/13/2026The governments of Germany and Ireland have both announced cuts to fuel taxes as energy costs continue to remain volatile due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.Brent crude oil futures prices surged late on April 12 following the United States’ threat to block Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz after negotiations to end the conflict failed, with Iran refusing to agree to U.S. terms to give up its nuclear program.