Russia Struggles With Gasoline, Diesel Shortages Amid Ukraine's Refinery Attacks
Russia is grappling with persistent gasoline and diesel shortages, particularly in Crimea, according to multiple news agencies. This comes as Ukraine's precision drone attacks on Russian refineries intensify, with 21 out of 38 large refineries targeted since January 2025. The Kremlin has extended export restrictions until the end of the year.
The diesel export decline, now at 30%, is hitting Russia hard. As the world's second-largest diesel exporter, this loss of income is significant. The shortages are not only affecting Russia but also regions worldwide that rely on Russian diesel, including parts of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. However, China, India, and Turkey have been compensating with increased imports from other sources due to Western sanctions.
Moscow is exploring options to secure fuel supply in rural areas. This could involve additional export quotas, boosting oil processing in Belarus, and relaxing environmental standards. Currently, gasoline exports are banned for all, while diesel restrictions target non-producers.
The impact of these shortages on agriculture remains unclear. Russia, as the second-largest diesel exporter, faces significant income loss due to the 30% decline in exports. The Kremlin's extended export restrictions and potential new measures aim to secure fuel supply in the countryside, with global implications for diesel-dependent regions.
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