A severe, days-long fuel shortage in Damascus has forced drivers into extended waits at gas stations, highlighting the massive challenges facing Syria’s new leadership after the recent ouster of President Bashar al-Assad. With critical infrastructure and the economy still in ruins, citizens are left
Drivers in the Syrian capital found themselves in lines stretching around the block, hoping to secure even a few liters of gasoline. Some reported being unable to work for over a week. One taxi driver, waiting at a station, said he had been idle for ten days until supplies finally arrived on Saturday.
Without a reliable gasoline supply, many residents are turning to alternative fuels or simply waiting indefinitely for promised shipments. A local citizen, after filling a container with fuel oil instead of gasoline, expressed hope that petrol would return in the next two days.
The task ahead for Syria’s new rulers is immense. Years of conflict, compounded by international sanctions, have left roads, pipelines, and other vital infrastructure in disrepair. The economy is similarly battered, with basic goods becoming scarce and prices soaring. As the country’s new authorities work to restore essential services, Syrians continue to face long lines, uncertainty, and the heavy weight of rebuilding their lives.
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