Fuel and bread shortage in Syria

SYRIA’S petroleum ministry has blamed United States sanctions for forcing it to cut by up to 24% its distribution of fuel because of delays in the arrival of supplies.

The war-ravaged nation is already facing a severe economic crisis that has caused major shortages of wheat and fuel products.

Long lines have formed outside petrol stations and bakeries as the government rationed what it has, further deepening the crunch felt by Syrians, adding to the hardship caused by coronavirus.