Following a cabinet meeting on Wednesday, September 16, France's government spokesperson, Maud Bregeon, announced that President Emmanuel Macron has ordered a "total mobilization" to address the rising prices of fuel, such as gasoline and diesel. These price increases have sparked social unrest in recent days, with citizens expressing frustration over the financial burden. The government aims to secure fuel supplies and manage prices in the coming weeks, as stated during the press briefing. Macron has directed his ministers to focus on both the supply of fuel and the regulation of its prices. Bregeon emphasized that efforts are underway to explore more flexibility within European regulations, especially concerning refineries, to help ease the pressure on fuel costs. The goal, as she explained, is to either reduce fuel prices as much as possible or at least slow their rise. Currently, about 10% of gas stations are experiencing difficulties in providing at least one type of fuel, with many of these stations belonging to the TotalEnergies network. However, Bregeon assured the public that the logistics chains involved in fuel distribution are not facing abnormal difficulties compared to usual levels. Additionally, the government is increasing efforts to secure international fuel supplies to support domestic needs. The rising fuel prices have led to calls for protests similar to those of the Yellow Vest movement, which began in 2018 over fuel tax increases. In response, some fishermen have blocked oil depots in the Mediterranean, showing the growing public discontent. When asked about these tensions, Bregeon noted that the government is not ruling out new measures, as the situation has become increasingly difficult in recent weeks.