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Panic buying at petrol pumps amid Middle East war concerns


Published : 07 Mar 2026 01:24 PM

Rumours of a possible fuel shortage amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has triggered an unusual rush of customers at petrol pumps in parts of the capital.

Many motorists were seen lining up to fill their vehicle tanks in advance, fearing a disruption in fuel supply.

 Panic buying at petrol pumps amid Middle East war concerns


The sudden surge of customers created long queues at several filling stations while some pumps had to suspend sales temporarily due to pressure from buyers.

  Panic buying at petrol pumps amid Middle East war concerns

The photos show a crowd of customers purchasing fuel at Meghna Model Service Centre in the Shahbagh area of Dhaka on Friday (March 6).