Liquid oxygen as the oxidizer is widely considered China's answer to SpaceX's land space. And, hopes to launch this launch will further cement methane as a reliable next-generation rocket fuel.

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The transition to a greener future will require a significant reliance on natural gas. Companies like Shell and Chevron are ramping up their investments in this fuel, challenging the notion that natural gas is merely a short-term bridge to renewable energy sources. This newfound confidence in gas demand is reshaping the long-term prospects for the industry.

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<p>A fuel depot in Voronezh, a city in southern Russia, caught fire on Saturday, as the region is witnessing a mutiny by Wagner mercenaries. The local governor, Alexander Gusev, reported the incident on Telegram, stating that efforts were underway to extinguish the blaze. He mentioned the presence of approximately 100 firefighters and more than 30 vehicles at the scene. According to initial reports, there have been no reported casualties.</p>

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<p>The cause of the fire has not been specified by Gusev. However, some media outlets have shared a video showing a military helicopter in the vicinity just before an explosion occurred.</p>

<h2><strong>Russia targets rebel convoy&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>According to reports, Russian military helicopters engaged in an attack on Saturday afternoon, targeting a convoy of rebel mercenaries who had made significant progress towards Moscow after seizing a southern city overnight.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In response, President Vladimir Putin pledged to suppress the armed mutiny, likening it to Russia's civil war from a century ago.&nbsp;Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin said his fighters captured the army HQ in Russia's Rostov-on-Don "without firing a single shot".</p>

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<p>He also claimed that the forces have the backing of local Russians.&nbsp;"Why does the country support us? Because we went on a march of justice," Prigozhin said in an audio message on Telegram and added, "We got to Rostov. Without a single shot we captured the building of the (army) HQ."</p>

<p>According to Putin's spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, the Russian President continues to fulfill his regular responsibilities within the Kremlin. This statement comes in response to the Wagner mercenary group's declaration of overthrowing the country's senior military leadership.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The president is working in the Kremlin," Peskov told the state-run RIA Novosti news agency, after Wagner units claimed to have captured military installations in southern Russia.</p>

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A fuel depot in Voronezh, a city in southern Russia, caught fire on Saturday, as the region is witnessing a mutiny by Wagner mercenaries. The local governor, Alexander Gusev, reported the incident on Telegram, stating that efforts were underway to extinguish the blaze.

A fuel depot in Voronezh, a city in southern Russia, caught fire on Saturday, as the region is witnessing a mutiny by Wagner mercenaries. The local governor, Alexander Gusev, reported the incident on Telegram, stating that efforts were underway to extinguish the blaze. He mentioned the presence of approximately 100 firefighters and more than 30 vehicles at the scene. According to initial reports, there have been no reported casualties. Better view of the RusAF Ka-52 just after striking the fuel depot in #Voronezh, Russia.#OSINT #UkraineRussiaWar️ #UkraineWar #Ukraine #Counteroffensive pic.twitter.com/DmohiWy9q2 — OSINT (Uri) 🇺🇦 (@UKikaski) June 24, 2023 × The cause of the fire has not been specified by Gusev. However, some media outlets have shared a video showing a military helicopter in the vicinity just before an explosion occurred. Russia targets rebel convoy According to reports, Russian military helicopters engaged in an attack on Saturday afternoon, targeting a convoy of rebel mercenaries who had made significant progress towards Moscow after seizing a southern city overnight. Also Read | Archaeologists unearth 4,000-year-old ‘Stonehenge’ burial ground in the Netherlands In response, President Vladimir Putin pledged to suppress the armed mutiny, likening it to Russia's civil war from a century ago. Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin said his fighters captured the army HQ in Russia's Rostov-on-Don "without firing a single shot". Watch | 'Putin's chef' vs Defence Minister: Where has Wagner operated? × He also claimed that the forces have the backing of local Russians. "Why does the country support us? Because we went on a march of justice," Prigozhin said in an audio message on Telegram and added, "We got to Rostov. Without a single shot we captured the building of the (army) HQ." According to Putin's spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, the Russian President continues to fulfill his regular responsibilities within the Kremlin. This statement comes in response to the Wagner mercenary group's declaration of overthrowing the country's senior military leadership. "The president is working in the Kremlin," Peskov told the state-run RIA Novosti news agency, after Wagner units claimed to have captured military installations in southern Russia. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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A Hindu girl in Pakistan's Sindh province was allegedly kidnapped, forcibly converted to Islam, and married off, her father said. The teen, identified as Suhana, was kidnapped and sent to the Qazhi Ahmed Taluka of Sindh's Shaheed Benazirabad district by her tutor, Akhtar.

Hindu teen allegedly kidnapped in Pakistan, converted to Islam, and married off by tutor

<p>A contract agreement between Sinopec Fuel Oil Lanka (Pvt) Ltd and its parent company in China and Singapore granting a license to operate for 20 years to import, store, distribute and sell petroleum products in Sri Lanka was signed Monday in the Presidential Secretariat.&nbsp;The Sri Lankan President’s Media Division confirmed the signing of the contract between the two countries.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Entry into Sri Lanka’s fuel market</strong></h2>

<p>In June 2022, the Cabinet of Ministers had given the go-ahead to a proposal to open up Sri Lanka’s fuel import and retail sales market to companies from oil-producing nations. In October 2022, the Petroleum Products (Special Provisions) Bill, which would pave a new way for suppliers to enter as importers, distributors and retail operators for petroleum products, was approved by the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Power and Energy.</p>

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<p>As per a report published in the ADA Derana, a Sri Lankan&nbsp;news portal, the Cabinet of Ministers had granted approval to award licenses to China’s Sinopec, Australia’s United Petroleum and RM Parks of the USA, in collaboration with multinational oil and gas company - Shell plc, to enter the fuel retail market in Sri Lanka in March.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A team of officials from Sinopec visited Sri Lanka in late April to finalise the agreements and commencement of operations for retail fuel sales. During their visit, other important decisions regarding the timeline and conditions of the agreement were discussed between the Sinopec officials and Kanchana Wijesekera, Minister of Power and Energy. As per negotiations, it was decided that the agreements would be signed in mid-May and the operation would commence 45 days thereon.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Ongoing talks with the US and British-based multinational oil and gas company&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Wijesekera also held talks with the US-based oil company RM Parks Inc. and the British multinational oil and gas company Shell PLC regarding the commencement of retail fuel sales in Sri Lanka in the first week of June this year.</p>

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<h2><strong>More dealer-operated filling stations in the local market</strong></h2>

<p>On the popular talk show “360°” on TV Derana in April this year, Wijesekera revealed that each company will be handling around 150 Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) dealer-operated filling stations in the local market.</p>

<p>Further, he added that a total of 1,142 filling stations are under the purview of the CPC. However, only 234 are owned by the corporation. Going forward, nearly 450 out of the 908 remaining filling stations are supposed to be allocated to the three foreign oil companies.</p>

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A contract agreement between Sinopec Fuel Oil Lanka (Pvt) Ltd and its parent company in China and Singapore granting a license to operate for 20 years to import, store, distribute and sell petroleum products in Sri Lanka was signed Monday in the Presidential Secretariat.

A contract agreement between Sinopec Fuel Oil Lanka (Pvt) Ltd and its parent company in China and Singapore granting a license to operate for 20 years to import, store, distribute and sell petroleum products in Sri Lanka was signed Monday in the Presidential Secretariat. The Sri Lankan President’s Media Division confirmed the signing of the contract between the two countries. Entry into Sri Lanka’s fuel market In June 2022, the Cabinet of Ministers had given the go-ahead to a proposal to open up Sri Lanka’s fuel import and retail sales market to companies from oil-producing nations. In October 2022, the Petroleum Products (Special Provisions) Bill, which would pave a new way for suppliers to enter as importers, distributors and retail operators for petroleum products, was approved by the Ministerial Consultative Committee on Power and Energy. ALSO READ | A year after crisis, Sri Lanka allows 3 foreign oil companies to sell fuel As per a report published in the ADA Derana, a Sri Lankan news portal, the Cabinet of Ministers had granted approval to award licenses to China’s Sinopec, Australia’s United Petroleum and RM Parks of the USA, in collaboration with multinational oil and gas company - Shell plc, to enter the fuel retail market in Sri Lanka in March. A team of officials from Sinopec visited Sri Lanka in late April to finalise the agreements and commencement of operations for retail fuel sales. During their visit, other important decisions regarding the timeline and conditions of the agreement were discussed between the Sinopec officials and Kanchana Wijesekera, Minister of Power and Energy. As per negotiations, it was decided that the agreements would be signed in mid-May and the operation would commence 45 days thereon. Ongoing talks with the US and British-based multinational oil and gas company Wijesekera also held talks with the US-based oil company RM Parks Inc. and the British multinational oil and gas company Shell PLC regarding the commencement of retail fuel sales in Sri Lanka in the first week of June this year. WATCH | Taliban signs oil extraction deal with Chinese company × More dealer-operated filling stations in the local market On the popular talk show “360°” on TV Derana in April this year, Wijesekera revealed that each company will be handling around 150 Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) dealer-operated filling stations in the local market. Further, he added that a total of 1,142 filling stations are under the purview of the CPC. However, only 234 are owned by the corporation. Going forward, nearly 450 out of the 908 remaining filling stations are supposed to be allocated to the three foreign oil companies. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

China's Sinopec to enter Sri Lanka's fuel-retail market

The fate of the Asia Cup this year is pretty much up in the air. Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Najam Sethi threatens World Cup Boycott if they lose Asia Cup hosting rights. The latest controversy comes after India said it won't play matches in Pakistan, citing safety concerns.

Pak threatens to boycott cricket world cup

A year after long queues for fuel, the Sri Lankan government will now allow foreign oil companies to sell fuel at a lower rate than the prices from state-owned oil farms.

Three foreign firms to enter Sri Lanka's fuel market

<p>An Italy-based company is stepping up to replace pollution-causing diesel tractors with one that completely runs on methane, usually sourced from animal waste such as cow dung in a large farm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Methane is the byproduct of almost every organic decomposition and accounts for about 20 per cent of global warming-causing emissions.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is methane-run farm tractor like?</strong></h2>

<p>The tractor is reportedly dubbed New Holland T6. It weighs 21,000 pounds (or nearly 10 tonnes) and claims to have a 180 horsepower (hp) engine. Its 185 litre&nbsp;tank gives out 62 per cent less nitrous oxide and up to 15 per cent less carbon dioxide, Bloomberg reported.</p>

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<p>All of it is sourced from the manure of roughly 75 cows.</p>

<h2><strong>What does it mean?</strong></h2>

<p>Heavy-duty agriculture equipment emits nitrous oxide and carbon dioxide. They continuously emit a cloud of methane, which contributes to global warming at a rate 80 times more than carbon dioxide. While electric vehicles are coming up to solve the issue amid heightening climate change concerns, a need for 'alternative fuels' has been felt too.</p>

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<p>"Electrification has a role…but it’s not likely to replace diesel," Chief Executive Officer of CNH, the Italy-based company that made New Holland T6, told Bloomberg. "But a medium-sized farm is going to produce more methane than it can use," CNH CEO Scott Wine further said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Methane-powered tractor: Big costs a cause of concern</strong></h2>

<p>The T6 cost $203,000, about 30 per cent more than a typical diesel tractor.</p>

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An Italy-based company is stepping up to replace pollution-causing diesel tractors with one that completely runs on methane, usually sourced from animal waste such as cow dung in a large farm.

An Italy-based company is stepping up to replace pollution-causing diesel tractors with one that completely runs on methane, usually sourced from animal waste such as cow dung in a large farm. Methane is the byproduct of almost every organic decomposition and accounts for about 20 per cent of global warming-causing emissions. What is methane-run farm tractor like? The tractor is reportedly dubbed New Holland T6. It weighs 21,000 pounds (or nearly 10 tonnes) and claims to have a 180 horsepower (hp) engine. Its 185 litre tank gives out 62 per cent less nitrous oxide and up to 15 per cent less carbon dioxide, Bloomberg reported. ALSO READ | Volkswagen picks minerals-rich Canada for setting up first battery plant outside Europe All of it is sourced from the manure of roughly 75 cows. What does it mean? Heavy-duty agriculture equipment emits nitrous oxide and carbon dioxide. They continuously emit a cloud of methane, which contributes to global warming at a rate 80 times more than carbon dioxide. While electric vehicles are coming up to solve the issue amid heightening climate change concerns, a need for 'alternative fuels' has been felt too. ALSO WATCH | WION Climate Tracker: Is Climate Litigation the way forward? × "Electrification has a role…but it’s not likely to replace diesel," Chief Executive Officer of CNH, the Italy-based company that made New Holland T6, told Bloomberg. "But a medium-sized farm is going to produce more methane than it can use," CNH CEO Scott Wine further said. Methane-powered tractor: Big costs a cause of concern The T6 cost $203,000, about 30 per cent more than a typical diesel tractor. However, the company claims that the customers can cover the huge costs in less than a year due to the cheap sourcing of methane fuel via cow manure refills. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Cow dung as fuel source? THIS tractor presents alternative to polluting diesel farm vehicles

For Pakistan, 2023 has gotten off to a very rocky start and the outlook is expected to get bleaker over the coming months. Watch the video to know more.

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Pakistanis are queuing for hours to grab coffee and pastries from Canadian chain Tim Hortons, which opened its first outlet in the South Asian country this week just as its economic crisis took a turn for the worse.

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Pakistan's government said it was not planning to hike fuel prices and warned oil companies against stockpiling petrol after some consumers complained they had been unable to purchase fuel at pumps.

Pakistani minister says fuel supplies adequate, warns against hoarding

<p>The government in Pakistan on Wednesday said that there have been no plans to increase the prices of fuel and warned the oil companies to not stockpile petrol after consumers complained about no availability of petrol at pumps.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to reporters, Minister of State for Petroleum Musadik Malik said that the nation had enough fuel for the next 20 days, in accordance with regulatory requirements, and that the shortages faced by the consumer are because of stockpiling by oil marketing companies.</p>

<p>"I am requesting and warning companies... their licences will be taken away," said the minister.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Speaking to Reuters, Pakistan's Oil Companies Advisory Council's (OCAC) member said that fuel is being sold by only a few licensed companies while others have not been selling fuel either due to hoarding or due to financial issues.</p>

<p>He added that while help is being provided by the petroleum ministry in processing letters of credit for importing the fuels, however, the low foreign exchange reserves and artificial curbs in the country have remained a hindrance.</p>

<p>Few consumers in the most populous province of Pakistan, Punjab, complained that petrol stations were closed and others stations were putting a limit on the amount of fuel a person can buy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A businessman and resident of Punjab Ali Malik said that he made a visit to the cities of Wazirabad, Lahore and Sialkot and where he struggled in filling up his vehicle, in the last few days.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Pakistan: Fuel shortage at petrol pumps in Punjab</strong></p>

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<p>"I went to Sialkot where I found the majority of petrol stations closed. When I saw a functioning fuel station, I could not get more than eight litres," he stated, adding that similar challenges were faced by him in other cities.</p>

<p>Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association's chairperson Abdul Sami Khan said that the shortage is fuel is not because of dealers and that the oil marketing companies have failed in supplying enough fuel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Consumers think we're not giving them fuel and they blame us - but we aren't being supplied enough," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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The government in Pakistan on Wednesday said that there have been no plans to increase the prices of fuel and warned the oil companies to not stockpile petrol after consumers complained about no availability of petrol at pumps.

The government in Pakistan on Wednesday said that there have been no plans to increase the prices of fuel and warned the oil companies to not stockpile petrol after consumers complained about no availability of petrol at pumps. Speaking to reporters, Minister of State for Petroleum Musadik Malik said that the nation had enough fuel for the next 20 days, in accordance with regulatory requirements, and that the shortages faced by the consumer are because of stockpiling by oil marketing companies. "I am requesting and warning companies... their licences will be taken away," said the minister. ALSO READ | Pakistan FM announces Rs 35 hike in prices of petrol and diesel; Imran Khan slams govt Speaking to Reuters, Pakistan's Oil Companies Advisory Council's (OCAC) member said that fuel is being sold by only a few licensed companies while others have not been selling fuel either due to hoarding or due to financial issues. He added that while help is being provided by the petroleum ministry in processing letters of credit for importing the fuels, however, the low foreign exchange reserves and artificial curbs in the country have remained a hindrance. Few consumers in the most populous province of Pakistan, Punjab, complained that petrol stations were closed and others stations were putting a limit on the amount of fuel a person can buy. A businessman and resident of Punjab Ali Malik said that he made a visit to the cities of Wazirabad, Lahore and Sialkot and where he struggled in filling up his vehicle, in the last few days. WATCH | Pakistan: Fuel shortage at petrol pumps in Punjab "I went to Sialkot where I found the majority of petrol stations closed. When I saw a functioning fuel station, I could not get more than eight litres," he stated, adding that similar challenges were faced by him in other cities. Pakistan Petroleum Dealers Association's chairperson Abdul Sami Khan said that the shortage is fuel is not because of dealers and that the oil marketing companies have failed in supplying enough fuel. "Consumers think we're not giving them fuel and they blame us - but we aren't being supplied enough," he added. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Pakistani minister confirms 'adequate' fuel supplies, warns companies against stockpiling

Pakistan is battling for survival. The national debt is mounting, forex reserves are depleting & the currency is in free-fall. Pakistani citizens are mocking their govt over the state of affairs. Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Pakistani citizens mock govt over rupee's value

The UK climate minister, Graham Stuart received campaign donations from one of the largest fuel distributors in the Britain. Stuart also received donations from an aviation consultant and recruiter.

WION Climate Tracker: UK climate minister received donations from fuel and aviation companies

Pakistan's unprecedented crisis of food, stemming from years of economic mismanagement amid country's support for cross-border terrorism, was debated in Islamabad's senate on Friday. Country's opposition leaders targeted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif-led coalition and held the federal government responsible for the country's ongoing shortage of wheat.

Opposition blames Pakistan government for shortage in the country

Pakistan is running out of money, food, fuel, and it is heading the Sri Lanka way. Onion prices have reportedly gone up over 500%, wheat flour has become unaffordable. Pakistan wants its people to brace for blackouts. Priyanka Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Pakistan is running out of money, food, fuel

India has approved an incentive plan of $2.11 billion to promote green hydrogen in a bid to cut emissions and become a major exporter in the field.

WION Climate Tracker: India approves $2.11 billion incentive plan for green hydrogen industry

Seeing the extreme potential of green hydrogen, it is now being considered as the ‘fuel of the future’. It is one of the most abundant elements on earth for a cleaner alternative fuel option. WION tells you more in this report.

WION Climate Tracker: Green hydrogen is emerging as alternative to fossil fuels

Haiti has been grappling with multiple crises, soaring inflation, political instability and gangs blocking fuel deliveries at the main port.

Food, fuel and water shortages causing catastrophic hunger in Haiti

Cuba is seeking help to contain a fuel depot fire in which 1 person has been dead and over 120 people have been injured. 1,900 were evacuated from the area.

Cuba fuel depot fire: 1,900 evacuated from the area

The Bangladesh government has sought loans from the IMF amid high inflation and rising fuel prices. Fuel prices soared by over 50% in the country.

Bangladesh government seeking loans from the IMF amid high inflation

Bangladesh government seeking loans from the IMF

<p>Long queues formed at filling stations and community centres across the capital, Colombo, on Monday, thronged by thousands of weary residents, as limited fuel and gas supplies have resumed in parts of Sri Lanka after a weekend of tumultuous anti-government protests over the economic crisis. Fresh supplies came as a relief for a city on edge after months of shortages of fuel, food and other basics, as reported by BBC.</p>

<p>Sri Lankans have endured months of medicine and food shortages and electricity blackouts while fuel stations have run out of petrol and diesel despite pleas to Russia and others for discounted oil. Unofficial inflation rates are second only to those of Zimbabwe, making many goods -- if they can be found -- too expensive for many people to afford. The United Nations has warned that Sri Lanka is facing a dire humanitarian crisis, with millions already in need of aid. More than three-quarters of the population had reduced their food intake due to the country's severe food shortages, the UN says.</p>

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<p>Last week, cash-strapped Sri Lanka announced a two-week halt to all fuel sales except for essential services to save petrol and diesel for emergencies. Most shops were closed Sunday, with the situation expected to worsen when banks and offices reopen on Monday. Desperate people were seen trying to flag down the few vehicles on the road hoping for a ride.</p>

<p>Later, Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa flees his official residence in Colombo with the assistance of troops, shortly before demonstrators storm the compound, and he is taken to an undisclosed location offshore. Footage from inside the residence shows jubilant protesters jumping in the pool and exploring its stately bedrooms. Wickremesinghe's residence is set on fire. Police say he and his family were not at the scene. Rajapaksa later offers to step down on July 13, parliamentary speaker Mahinda Abeywardana says in a televised statement. &nbsp;</p>

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Long queues formed at filling stations and community centres across the capital, Colombo, on Monday, thronged by thousands of weary residents, as limited fuel and gas supplies have resumed in parts of Sri Lanka after a weekend of tumultuous anti-government protests over the economic crisis.

Long queues formed at filling stations and community centres across the capital, Colombo, on Monday, thronged by thousands of weary residents, as limited fuel and gas supplies have resumed in parts of Sri Lanka after a weekend of tumultuous anti-government protests over the economic crisis. Fresh supplies came as a relief for a city on edge after months of shortages of fuel, food and other basics, as reported by BBC. Sri Lankans have endured months of medicine and food shortages and electricity blackouts while fuel stations have run out of petrol and diesel despite pleas to Russia and others for discounted oil. Unofficial inflation rates are second only to those of Zimbabwe, making many goods -- if they can be found -- too expensive for many people to afford. The United Nations has warned that Sri Lanka is facing a dire humanitarian crisis, with millions already in need of aid. More than three-quarters of the population had reduced their food intake due to the country's severe food shortages, the UN says. Also Read: Indigo levies 'cute fee' on passengers, netizens find it hysterical Last week, cash-strapped Sri Lanka announced a two-week halt to all fuel sales except for essential services to save petrol and diesel for emergencies. Most shops were closed Sunday, with the situation expected to worsen when banks and offices reopen on Monday. Desperate people were seen trying to flag down the few vehicles on the road hoping for a ride. Later, Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa flees his official residence in Colombo with the assistance of troops, shortly before demonstrators storm the compound, and he is taken to an undisclosed location offshore. Footage from inside the residence shows jubilant protesters jumping in the pool and exploring its stately bedrooms. Wickremesinghe's residence is set on fire. Police say he and his family were not at the scene. Rajapaksa later offers to step down on July 13, parliamentary speaker Mahinda Abeywardana says in a televised statement. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Sri Lanka has run out of fuel. It has banned all sales for 2 weeks. Only trains, buses & ambulances are allowed to refuel. Meanwhile, an exodus has begun. Over 450 Lankans have been caught trying to flee the country Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka halts petrol & diesel sales for 2 weeks

<p>Sri Lanka has decided to stop all fuel sales for the next two weeks except for essential services in order to manage their dwindling resources. The country is facing its worst economic crisis since gaining independence in 1948 and the last few months has seen major food and fuel shortages along with record levels of inflation. "From midnight today, no fuel will be sold except for essential services like the health sector, because we want to conserve the little reserves we have," government spokesman Bandula Gunawardana said according to an AFP report. "We regret the inconvenience caused to the people," he said while talking about the present condition in the island nation.</p>

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<p>Last week, the country decided to implement a shutdown with most government schools staying closed and public sector offices operating with minimum staff. However, the fuel shortage continues to affect the country and it has now been extended to July 10.</p>

<p>Gunawardana said that the government is working towards a solution and asked the private sector companies to also adapt a similar policy and implement work from home for most of the employees.</p>

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<p>The Sri Lankan government is currently in talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) about a possible bailout after they defaulted on their $51 billion foreign debt earlier this year. They are also talking to a number of countries for help in order to improve the crisis gripping the country.</p>

<p>The United Nations has already launched an emergency response to Sri Lanka’s economic crisis by providing food to thousands of pregnant women who were affected by the food crisis.</p>

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Sri Lanka has decided to stop all fuel sales for the next two weeks except for essential services in order to manage their dwindling resources. The country is facing its worst economic crisis since gaining independence in 1948 and the last few months has seen major food and fuel shortages along with record levels of inflation.

Sri Lanka has decided to stop all fuel sales for the next two weeks except for essential services in order to manage their dwindling resources. The country is facing its worst economic crisis since gaining independence in 1948 and the last few months has seen major food and fuel shortages along with record levels of inflation. "From midnight today, no fuel will be sold except for essential services like the health sector, because we want to conserve the little reserves we have," government spokesman Bandula Gunawardana said according to an AFP report. "We regret the inconvenience caused to the people," he said while talking about the present condition in the island nation. Also read | Russian missile strike on shopping mall kills at least 13 people, Ukraine says Last week, the country decided to implement a shutdown with most government schools staying closed and public sector offices operating with minimum staff. However, the fuel shortage continues to affect the country and it has now been extended to July 10. Gunawardana said that the government is working towards a solution and asked the private sector companies to also adapt a similar policy and implement work from home for most of the employees. Also read | Toxic gas leak in Jordan claims lives of ten people, 251 injured: State media The Sri Lankan government is currently in talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) about a possible bailout after they defaulted on their $51 billion foreign debt earlier this year. They are also talking to a number of countries for help in order to improve the crisis gripping the country. The United Nations has already launched an emergency response to Sri Lanka’s economic crisis by providing food to thousands of pregnant women who were affected by the food crisis. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. (With inputs from agencies)

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