Fuel

Fuel protests reveal the economic risks threatening Syria’s fragile transition - analysis

The protests have affected most of the country. This includes incidents in Aleppo in the north, Dara’a in the south, Deir Ezzor on the Euphrates River, and Hasakah.

|BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
A protester in Aleppo burns tyres to protest the increase in fuel prices in Syria on the highway between Aleppo and Turkey, Syria, September 13, 2026.
Gas station

Israel cuts gasoline prices by 50 agorot after Smotrich approves temporary excise relief

Smotrich's order to lower gas prices will remain in effect until October 31, four days after Israel's 2026 election.

|ByLIAT RON, UDI ETZION
US Vice President JD Vance speaks during a press briefing, the first since Karoline Leavitt stepped down as press secretary, at the White House, in Washington, DC, US, September 3, 2026.

JD Vance: Only US can protect Strait of Hormuz, prevent global energy crisis

Vance criticized European allies over Iran’s attacks on shipping and defended US efforts to keep energy markets supplied through the Strait of Hormuz.

|ByIDAN KWELLER
A Boeing KC-46 tanker belonging to the Israeli Air Force is seen fueling a fighter jet in the air.

Second Gidon refueling aircraft arrives in Israel to boost IAF’s long-range reach

The new aircraft’s reach isn’t limited to combat missions, with an IAF source saying that it can also be used to deliver aid across the world.

|BySHIR PERETS

This is how you will save on fuel expenses over time

Fuel expenses never end? Here are some tips that will help you save quite a bit of money.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024ByMAARIV
Running out of gas quickly? This is how you save it