Aleppo Diesel Crisis: 12 Shipments Arrive but Queues and Shortages Persist
More than 12 diesel shipments have reached the Syrian city of Aleppo, yet fuel queues have not disappeared. Minibuses on some routes have dropped to about half their numbers, and some drivers have resorted to buying fuel on the black market.
Key points
- Over 12 diesel shipments reached Aleppo but the shortage continues
- Minibuses on some routes dropped to about half their usual numbers
- Some drivers are buying fuel on the black market
- No clear timeline has been announced for stable distribution
Why Aleppo's Diesel Crisis Persists Despite New Shipments
Aleppo, Syria's second-largest city and home to millions, has been living through a diesel shortage in the run-up to winter, when many households depend on the fuel for heating. Despite earlier promises to resolve the crisis within 48 hours, queues at fuel stations have not disappeared. More than 12 diesel shipments have reached the city, but the deliveries have so far not restored distribution to normal.
Public Transport Halved and a Growing Black Market
The shortage has directly hit the city's internal transport. The number of shared minibuses, known locally as servees, has fallen to roughly half on some routes, making daily commuting harder for residents. Meanwhile, some drivers have been forced to buy fuel on the black market at higher prices to keep their vehicles running.
What This Means for Residents of Aleppo
For ordinary families, the ongoing crisis means budgeting more time for queues and expecting higher transport costs as drivers pay more for fuel. With winter approaching, securing diesel for heating has become a priority concern for households across the city, adding pressure on already stretched incomes.
When Will Fuel Supplies Stabilize?
No official body has announced a clear date for stabilized distribution, and earlier promises of a 48-hour resolution have not materialized. The arrival of shipments signals movement in the supply file, but the persistence of queues indicates that volumes delivered so far have not been enough to cover demand in the city.
Frequently asked questions
Has the diesel crisis in Aleppo ended?
Not yet. Although more than 12 diesel shipments have reached the city, queues continue and no clear timeline has been announced for stable distribution.
How many diesel shipments arrived in Aleppo?
More than 12 diesel shipments have reached Aleppo, but the volume delivered has so far been insufficient to end the queues or restore normal distribution.
Why did minibuses decrease in Aleppo?
The number of shared minibuses on some routes fell to about half due to the diesel shortage, and some drivers resorted to buying fuel on the black market to keep working.
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