EU leaders tackle energy crisis amid Middle East conflicts

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EU leaders are meeting about high oil and gas prices now. A war in the Middle East is causing these problems for Europe.

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever is very worried about this. Energy prices were high, and the war made them much worse for everyone.

The European Commission has plans to help lower energy costs. EU countries can use different money tools to fix their problems.

European leaders find it hard to choose a clear side in the conflict. They criticize Iran but do not send any military support there.

Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten says the US started this war. Europe is not part of this war, he clearly stated to all.

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Why are EU leaders meeting?

They are meeting about high oil and gas prices.

What is causing high energy prices in Europe?

A war in the Middle East is causing these problems.

What does the European Commission plan to do?

They have plans to help lower energy costs.

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