Profitable oil companies do not lower gasoline prices: 'Why would they?'},

The oil industry in the EU has made €36 billion in profits since the start of the Iran war, primarily from fuel sales. Experts explain that major companies like Shell and BP maintain stable costs due to their integrated operations, despite rising crude oil prices. The global oil shortage caused by geopolitical tensions has increased market prices, benefiting these companies. High prices at the pump are a natural market response, and political intervention is limited, as governments cannot force companies to lower prices without risking their operations. The situation is complex, with calls for government action facing practical challenges.