Petrol and diesel prices in Europe are rising due to global oil costs influenced by the Iran war. Taxes account for a significant portion of fuel prices, with the EU average for petrol taxes at 52.1%. Italy has the highest petrol tax share among the 'Big Four' economies. Diesel taxes average 44.6% in the EU, with Italy again leading. The article discusses variations in tax rates and prices across EU countries, highlighting the impact of fiscal and environmental policies on fuel costs. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)