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Strike in Greece cause gasoline shortage
An ongoing strike by fuel-truck drivers in Greece has led to shortages of gasoline across the country.
The truck drivers' union went on an indefinite strike this week to protest measures by the Greek government to ease regulations in the transport industry.
The European Union is demanding that Greece promote free competition in various industries to revitalize its economy in return for loans to rescue the country from a debt crisis.
The gasoline shortages are having a growing affect on people's lives. Gas stations in many parts of the country including Athens are closed, and the transportation of goods has come to a standstill.
The government warned the union on Wednesday that if the drivers did not return to work within 24 hours they would lose their business licenses or face arrest.
Strikers have ignored the warning. Police used tear gas to disperse hundreds of drivers rallying outside the transport ministry.
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