Trump says he may consider asking Europe to release diesel reserves

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that his administration "may" ask European governments to release diesel reserves, as officials in Washington look for ways to ease fuel costs at home.

Speaking to reporters, Trump was asked whether the United States would seek the release of European diesel stocks. "We may do that," he said, without elaborating on a timeline or which countries would be approached.

The president also predicted that oil prices would "drop like a rock" once the war involving Iran comes to an end, framing the conflict as a key driver of current energy costs. He did not provide further detail on how a resolution to the conflict would translate into lower prices at the pump.

The remarks come amid continued US concern over fuel supply and pricing, with the administration exploring multiple avenues — including potential cooperation with European partners — to bring down costs for American consumers.

It remains unclear whether European governments would agree to release reserves at Washington's request, or what formal process such a request would follow. Diesel reserves in Europe are typically managed through national and EU-level stockpiling mechanisms intended to buffer against supply shocks.

Trump's comments were reported by Anadolu Agency.