Diesel shortages hit Slovak gas stations as government price measures drive demand

Some gas stations across Slovakia are experiencing diesel fuel shortages as Slovnaft, the country's main refiner, struggles to keep up with delivery demands. Prime Minister Robert Fico attributed the shortages to increased demand driven by lower diesel prices resulting from government interventions. The government measures, which are set to expire on April 18, have successfully reduced fuel costs but created supply bottlenecks. Fico acknowledged that additional measures may be necessary beyond the current deadline, suggesting the government views the shortages as evidence that their price control policies are working effectively.