European governments are implementing measures to curb surging petrol and diesel prices exacerbated by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, with Germany planning to release strategic oil reserves and limit daily price hikes at fuel stations.France has deployed consumer fraud inspectors, while countries like Hungary have reimposed price caps to deter cross-border fuel tourism, and authorities are warning against excessive fuel stockpiling.Experts warn that escalating Middle East conflict is a significant threat to Germany's economic recovery, as sustained high energy prices could erode recent growth gains and necessitate structural reforms to mitigate the impact.The German government is also proposing special antitrust rules and considering amendments to competition laws to address price gouging by refiners and oil companies.