Daily brief
The EU is preparing measures to counter soaring energy and fuel prices, a situation exacerbated by the conflict involving Iran. The bloc is also reportedly considering seeking Russian energy resources despite existing sanctions, highlighting the ongoing pressure on Europe's energy security.
Ukraine and the EU have drafted a law to allow the seizure of oil from shadow fleet ships.
Greece faces a loans challenge after its bank crisis recovery, according to an ECB blog (ongoing coverage).
EU car imports from China have surpassed exports for the first time, according to an EY report.
Iran has warned the US against attacking refineries in the region.