Greece’s state TV has prompted criticism over a segment that showed viewers how to siphon gasoline from cars as fuel prices soar. After demonstrating the method, a car repairman then points out where a car’s fuel tank can be pierced to steal the contents. Giving people tips on stealing gasoline?” commented one user on Twitter. Fuel prices have steadily climbed in Greece in recent months, with simple unleaded at over €2.37 per litre on average in Athens on Wednesday, and over €2.50 on Rhodes and neighbouring islands. Greek authorities have resisted calls to cut tax on fuel, opting instead for €30-€50 subsidies to less well-off car and motorcycle owners to ease the burden on their budgets amid the international energy crisis.

Source: The Guardian June 24, 2022 08:30 UTC