14.06.2025 12:20
As the Israel-Iran tension pushes Brent crude oil to a five-month high, fuel prices in Turkey have risen again. On June 13-14, gasoline prices increased by 1.46 TL, and diesel prices by 1.49 TL. On June 17, a further increase of 1.70 TL is expected for both products. Meanwhile, Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz to all ship traffic following an attack on Tel Aviv. This move threatens global fuel trade.
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As Israel's attacks on Iran escalate, Brent crude oil prices have reached a five-month high, and with fluctuations in the exchange rate, pump prices in Turkey have started to rise again. The increases in fuel prices are causing concern among citizens, and new hikes are reported to be on the way.
CONSECUTIVE INCREASES IN GASOLINE AND DIESEL
On the night of June 13, the price of gasoline increased by 1.46 TL per liter, while as of June 14, the price of diesel also rose by 1.49 TL. After the increase, the current prices in major cities are as follows:
İstanbul
European Side:
- Gasoline: 48.39 TL
- Diesel: 47.76 TL
- LPG: 25.09 TL
Anatolian Side:
- Gasoline: 48.24 TL
- Diesel: 47.64 TL
- LPG: 24.49 TL
Ankara
- Gasoline: 49.08 TL
- Diesel: 48.64 TL
- LPG: 24.99 TL
Izmir
- Gasoline: 49.41 TL
- Diesel: 48.97 TL
- LPG: 24.94 TL
A NEW INCREASE IS EXPECTED ON JUNE 17
With oil prices reaching a five-month high, preparations for a new fuel price increase have begun. According to industry sources, an additional increase of 1.70 TL for gasoline and diesel is expected to take effect starting Monday, June 17.
CITIZENS ARE MONITORING PRICES
After the increases, citizens are asking questions like "How much has gasoline increased?" and "What is the current price of diesel?" Experts warn that if fluctuations in global markets continue, further increases may follow.
HORMUZ STRAIT CLOSED
Meanwhile, following ballistic missile attacks on Tel Aviv, the Iranian army announced via its official social media account that the Hormuz Strait has been closed to all ship traffic until further notice. The statement said, "No ship will be able to pass through the Hormuz Strait until a new announcement."
FUEL TRADE UNDER THREAT
The critically important Hormuz Strait is a narrow passage that connects the Persian Gulf to the Oman Sea and the Indian Ocean, playing a vital role in the export of oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) from the region to global markets.
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