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Fuel Crisis Deepens in Russia Amid Ongoing Ukraine Strikes

As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine escalates, the repercussions are manifesting starkly within Russia itself, particularly through severe fuel shortages. Reports indicate that Moscow is experiencing significant gas station queues and soaring gasoline prices, sparking fears of a fuel crisis. Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries and depots have disrupted major supply routes, leading to a dramatic decline in Russian oil production, which has fallen to its lowest levels in a year. To cope with the situation, Russia is reportedly turning to imports from Belarus and has begun rationing fuel in major cities, including Moscow and St. Petersburg. As a result, authorities have relaxed fuel quality standards and limited sales across the country. Meanwhile, Russian oil exports remain robust, though recent attacks have cast uncertainty over future supply. The ongoing dynamics of the war are expected to keep pressure on the energy sector, with analysts warning that the situation could deteriorate further if strikes continue.
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