On the night of September 12 to 13, Syria's Energy Ministry announced new pricing for fuel and gas, which quickly led to public unrest. According to the website Ultra Syria, the new price grid suggests a significant rise in fuel costs, with diesel prices potentially increasing by as much as 40%. Specifically, the cost of diesel is expected to rise from 125 to 175 Syrian pounds (0.82 to 1.14 euros), while the price of unleaded 95 gasoline is set to increase from 152 to 195 Syrian pounds (0.99 to 1.27 euros), a 28% rise. The cost of a standard gas cylinder is also set to climb from 1,470 to 1,600 Syrian pounds (9.59 to 10.44 euros), a nearly 9% increase. These hikes come at a time when the average Syrian earns a minimum wage of just over 100 U.S. dollars (about 86 euros), and nearly 90% of the population lives below the poverty line. The increase in fuel and gas prices is expected to push up the cost of living across the board, affecting everything from transportation to food and services. Ultra Syria reports that the new pricing has caused widespread dissatisfaction among Syrians, with many calling the situation a "scandal." Protests erupted in several regions of the country, with some demonstrations drawing hundreds of participants. According to the Syrian website Al-Jumhuriya, protesters blocked main roads and set tires on fire as acts of defiance against the new prices. These actions reflect the deep frustration of a population already struggling with economic hardship, compounded by years of conflict and instability. The government’s decision to raise fuel prices has further strained the delicate balance of daily life for ordinary Syrians.