Macron Urges EU to Ease Fuel Rules as Prices Soar

French President Emmanuel Macron has asked the European Union to relax certain regulations in order to lower fuel prices, as France faces fuel shortages and record prices. Macron made the request to Brussels as part of efforts to ease the burden on consumers. The push comes amid ongoing EU tobacco tax talks, where France has hardened its stance. Separately, France and Slovakia are seeking the removal of oligarchs from EU sanctions lists.