Protests erupted in multiple Syrian cities after fuel prices jumped at midnight, with diesel up 40% and gasoline up 28%, according to Abu Ali Express. A liter of diesel now costs $1.41, the highest among most Arab countries in the region. Demonstrators burned tires and blocked main roads.
Syria saw widespread protests Sunday evening after the government raised fuel prices at midnight — diesel by 40% and gasoline by 28%. A liter of diesel now costs $1.41, the highest among most Arab states in the Middle East, according to the Syrian-focused outlet Abu Ali Express.
Demonstrators in cities across the country burned tires and blocked major roads. The protests reflect mounting economic discontent under the administration of Abu Muhammad al-Julani, who took power after the fall of the Assad regime. The price hikes come as part of a broader regional trend of rising energy costs, which The Zioneer has previously reported on in the context of global oil volatility and conflict-related supply disruptions.
It remains unclear how al-Julani's government will respond to the unrest. No official statement or security crackdown has been reported so far.
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