Fabien Roussel, leader of the French Communist Party and a candidate in the upcoming presidential elections, has called on French citizens to "mobilize at roundabouts" if the government does not take action on rising energy prices in the coming days. Speaking on France 2 on Friday, September 11, Roussel urged people to protest in front of sub-prefectures, prefectures, and other centers of political power, drawing a parallel to the 2018 yellow vests movement, which began as a protest against fuel tax increases and later evolved into a broader movement against economic inequality. Roussel specifically demanded the immediate abolition of "energy savings certificates," a policy introduced in January that adds 15 cents per liter to the price of gasoline. He also called for reducing the value-added tax (VAT) on fuels from 20% to 5.5%, which he claimed would lower gasoline prices by 30 cents per liter. In addition, he urged the government to take action against the Total and Rubis groups, which supply gasoline to Corsica, to bring down prices. Roussel linked these demands to the "cost of the war" in Ukraine, arguing that without addressing both peace and energy challenges, political promises would be "void." Ségolène Royal, a socialist candidate in the presidential primary, also addressed the issue on RTL, stating that "a liter of gasoline should not exceed 1.70 euros." She suggested using VAT reductions and limiting the increase in "refining margins" — the profit made by oil refineries — to achieve this goal. Royal criticized those in the energy supply chain for "enriching themselves," a stance she said resonates with the public. The government spokesperson, Maud Bregeon, responded by stating that reducing taxes on fuels is not the government's preferred approach. Instead, she emphasized the importance of providing "targeted aid" to those most affected by the rising cost of living. This response highlights the ongoing debate over how best to address the energy crisis and its impact on everyday citizens.