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Syria · Country watch

Contaminated Gasoline Crisis, Suwayda Fuel Shortage

Contaminated gasoline disrupts Syrian transport; Suwayda fuel crisis persists due to armed group control.

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The picture Deteriorating

Business conditions in Syria are deteriorating due to widespread gasoline contamination affecting transport and a persistent fuel crisis in Suwayda caused by armed groups. These disruptions impact logistics and daily operations, while a corruption probe in Homs adds to public-sector instability.

In this briefing SADCOP · Suwayda Governorate · Abu Anas Tayyara · Protection and Diplomatic Security Branch

Regulation

Nothing significant reported today.

Disruption

  • logistics
  • automotive

Contaminated Gasoline Affects Vehicles Nationwide

a fountain in the middle of a city square
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The transport sector across several Syrian governorates is facing disruptions due to contaminated gasoline supplies, according to Enab Baladi. The gasoline, described as dark red and almost black, has disabled numerous vehicles. The Syrian Arab Company for Oil Transport (SADCOP) is responding to the crisis, but the extent of the contamination and its source remain unclear. The issue has affected the availability of reliable fuel, impacting transportation and logistics operations nationwide.

Impact Transport companies and vehicle owners face operational disruptions due to unreliable gasoline supplies.

Sources: Enab Baladi English ↗

  • energy
  • logistics

Suwayda Fuel Crisis Continues Amid Armed Group Control

Suwayda Governorate
Suwayda Governorate Frank Kidner, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Suwayda governorate is experiencing a persistent fuel shortage despite ongoing oil supply from the Syrian government, Al-Watan reports. The crisis is attributed to armed groups controlling fuel distribution, leading to scarcity and inflated prices. Locals report that gasoline, diesel, and gas are in short supply, with gasoline prices reaching 30 Syrian pounds per liter. This situation exacerbates transportation difficulties and impacts daily life and business operations in the region.

Impact Transport operators and residents in Suwayda face fuel scarcity and increased costs due to armed group control.

Sources: Al-Watan الوطن ↗

Internal tension

  • public-sector

Homs Security Official Detained in Corruption Probe

Authorities in Homs have detained Abu Anas Tayyara, head of the Protection and Diplomatic Security Branch, along with his deputy and six other members, The Syrian Observer reports. This action is part of an ongoing corruption investigation targeting the branch. The detentions highlight efforts to address corruption within the security sector, although the broader impact on public-sector operations remains limited.

Impact Public-sector employees in Homs may face increased scrutiny and changes in leadership due to the corruption investigation.

Sources: The Syrian Observer ↗

Safety & health

Nothing significant reported today.

Companies

Nothing significant reported today.

Markets

Nothing significant reported today.

Trade

Nothing significant reported today.

Politics

Nothing significant reported today.

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