Tal Tamr residents block M4 highway over fuel prices

Residents of the city of Tal Tamr blocked the M4 international highway linking Tal Tamr and Aleppo today, preventing oil tankers from passing in protest against rising fuel prices. They called for a reduction in the price of heating diesel and its provision at affordable rates that take their living conditions into account as winter approaches.

The protesters vowed to continue their action and keep the road closed until their demands are met. They noted that current prices are beyond their means and make it difficult for them to meet their heating needs.

Mohannad Alo, one of the protesters, said residents would continue preventing oil tankers from passing until prices are reduced and heating diesel is made available at rates that match their economic circumstances.

Fawaz Ibrahim, meanwhile, said the Autonomous Administration provided residents with 300 liters of diesel for 300,000 old Syrian pounds last winter. He added that a barrel of diesel currently costs $200, making it increasingly difficult for residents to meet their needs amid the prevailing living conditions.

The protesters called for their demands to be addressed urgently and for heating diesel to be provided at affordable prices to ease residents' hardships as winter approaches.

ANHA