Germany's Climate U-Turn is Criticized
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 00:00 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian Business
The German government's decision to cling to fossil fuels in response to the oil shock has been criticized. Prices at the pump have risen since the start of the conflict, but experts say this will only prolong the pain.
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