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Iran: Is Fuel Rationing a Spark in a Powder Keg?

Jun 27, 2007 | 23:02 GMT

Iranians watch a burning fuel station in the northwest of Tehran set ablaze by protesters on June 27, 2007.

(BEHROUZ MEHRI/AFP via Getty Images)

Summary

Iranians reportedly rioted June 27 over the government's move to engage in fuel rationing. Given Iran's lack of refining capabilities, Tehran is trying to control public gasoline consumption. The move, which at this stage is being implemented in a controlled fashion, is highly risky since it could lead to greater social and political unrest.

Tehran is trying to control public gasoline consumption. The move, which at this stage is being implemented in a controlled fashion, is highly risky since it could lead to greater social and political unrest....

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