Pakistan, Oct. 1 -- The Trump administration has urged Germany and France to release emergency diesel stocks. Three people close to the discussions said the move could ease global fuel prices. The United States has also warned of a possible diesel export ban.

The warning reflects growing US pressure on European countries to increase fuel supplies. President Donald Trump is considering restrictions on US diesel exports. The move aims to lower domestic fuel prices ahead of November's midterm elections.

The European Commission, Germany, France, Italy, Ireland and Britain planned a call Thursday. Officials were expected to discuss whether Europe should release emergency diesel reserves. US officials have expressed frustration with France an...