Germany is heavily reliant on energy imports to power its economy

Germany is heavily reliant on energy imports to power its economy

 Ina FASSBENDER

The surge in energy prices triggered by the Middle East war will slow the struggling German economy's recovery, an economic institute warned Thursday.

Energy costs have jumped since the conflict erupted on  February 28, a massive burden for Europe's top economy as it seeks to get back on its feet after a long decline.

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