Reiche emphasized that Germany is not solely reliant on kerosene imports, noting that domestic production occurs in German refineries. This statement comes as the European Union prepares an emergency plan to address potential shortages, particularly in light of concerns regarding supply disruptions from the Middle East. The plan aims to assess and maximize refinery capacities across Europe, as the EU imports approximately 30% of its aviation fuel, with 75% of those imports sourced from the Middle East.