fuel shortages
Coverage of fuel shortages in the Nexus archive.
- Russian Regions Report New Fuel Crunch As Kyiv Hits Refineries
Several regions of Russia are currently facing fuel shortages. This situation developed after Ukraine resumed almost daily attacks on oil refineries within the country.
- Cuba begins restoring power after sixth nationwide electrical grid collapse of 2026
Cuba began restoring electricity after its sixth nationwide power grid collapse of 2026, caused by aging infrastructure, fuel shortages, and U.S. sanctions. The outage affected the entire country, with partial restoration in areas like Havana, following a prior partial blackout in western regions due to weather-related damage.
- Grid failure plunges Cuba into nationwide blackout
Cuba's ageing power grid collapsed on Sunday, causing a nationwide blackout following weekend outages and amid US-imposed fuel shortages.
- Gatwick Airport 'is running out of fuel' with shortages 'affecting Brit holidaymakers'
Gatwick Airport is experiencing fuel shortages that are impacting British holidaymakers. The situation is described as 'running out of fuel' with direct effects on travelers.
- Why Putin’s Ratings Are Falling Despite Polling Manipulation
Putin's ratings are declining due to fuel shortages, worsening economic sentiment, and Ukrainian strikes, which are making the war's impact harder to ignore. Despite efforts to manipulate polling, ordinary Russians are withdrawing support as no quick solutions are offered.
- Kazakhstan in Talks to Refine Russian Crude Oil Amid Fuel Shortages
Kazakhstan and Russia are discussing an arrangement where Kazakh facilities would refine Russian crude oil to address local fuel shortages, with a portion of the refined gasoline and diesel to be returned to Russia.
- Cuba says nearly three-quarters of hotels have shut as travel plunges
Nearly three-quarters of Cuba's hotels have closed due to US sanctions and fuel shortages, with seven international hotel chains responsible for half of all rooms leaving the island. Tourism, Cuba's second-largest foreign currency source and employer of over 300,000 people, has been described as 'almost totally paralyzed'.
- 2 dead in Ukraine from Russian attacks; 4 killed in Russian-held area hit by Ukraine
Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv, causing fires and wounding at least three civilians, while attacks elsewhere in Ukraine killed two. Ukraine’s drone attacks have stalled Russian advances in an expanded campaign inside Russia, leading to fuel shortages and pressure on Vladimir Putin. Four were killed in a Russian-held area hit by Ukraine.
- A Test of Endurance
Ukrainians are enduring missile barrages and maintaining everyday life amid the war, while Russia and occupied Crimea face fuel shortages, disrupted logistics, and Ukrainian strikes on military-linked infrastructure, exposing challenges for the Kremlin.
- 'Gasoline Situation Is F***ed' – Fuel Crisis Hits Russian Army as Troops Report Severe Shortages
Russian soldiers report severe fuel shortages due to Ukraine's refinery strikes, leading to rationing, disrupted logistics, and increased costs. Some troops are walking miles to obtain supplies, while volunteer groups seek gasoline donations.
- A propagandistic Voice of America hands strategic victory to adversaries
The war with Iran is causing fuel shortages and inflation globally, increasing anti-American sentiment as international confidence in the United States declines. A June Pew survey found unfavorable views of the U.S. rising across 36 countries, highlighting the need for credible international broadcasting to explain American policies.
- A Putin critic is convicted on charges that will keep him from campaigning for Russia’s parliament
Boris Nadezhdin, a critic of Russia's military action in Ukraine, was convicted of displaying extremist symbols, preventing him from running in the parliamentary election. The conviction relates to a 2023 video showing an image of Alexei Navalny, who died in 2024 while imprisoned under politically motivated charges.
- Switch to Biking to Save Fuel, Stavropol Governor Tells Officials as Shortages Persist
Stavropol Governor Vladimir Vladimirov has instructed regional government members to seek his personal approval for travel outside the capital to conserve fuel. The directive follows ongoing fuel shortages, with officials encouraged to switch to biking.
- World’s Most Expensive Gasoline Reported in Russia-occupied Ukraine Region Targeted by Drones
In Russian-occupied Crimea, Ukrainian drone strikes have caused severe fuel shortages and gasoline prices up to $5.85 per liter, with rationing and cash-only payments in effect. Similar shortages occur in mainland Russia, but prices remain lower than in Crimea.
- Despite power returning to Cuba, blackouts are still a regular occurrence
Cuba continues to experience regular blackouts despite some power restoration, with fuel shortages exacerbated by U.S. restrictions and a depleted Russian oil shipment. The country produces only 40% of its required fuel, impacting residents and the economy.
- An islandwide blackout strikes Cuba for the second time this week
Cuba experienced an islandwide blackout for the second time this week due to a crumbling power grid and fuel shortages linked to a U.S. energy blockade. The nation of nearly 10 million people is struggling with repeated power outages.
- Bringing the war to Putin’s front door: Is Ukraine’s energy strike strategy working?
Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil infrastructure are causing fuel shortages and forcing Russia to restrict diesel exports and import gasoline, with consequences for daily life in Russia ahead of State Duma elections. Strikes on refineries like Omsk and Saratov have disrupted production, while Moscow seeks fuel from Kazakhstan, challenging Putin's narrative of controlling the war's impact.
- An islandwide blackout strikes Cuba for the second time this week as its grid crumbles
Cuba experienced a second islandwide blackout in three days due to a crumbling power grid and fuel shortages linked to a U.S. energy blockade. Public transportation has halted, surgeries are canceled, and intentional power outages exceed 24 hours as fuel imports dwindle.
- An islandwide blackout strikes Cuba for the second time this week as its grid crumbles
Cuba experienced an islandwide blackout for the second time this week due to a crumbling power grid and fuel shortages linked to a U.S. energy blockade. Fuel shortages have halted public transportation and led to canceled surgeries, with Cuba producing only 40% of its needed fuel and depleting a supply from a Russian tanker by April.
- Solar-powered tricycles help Cubans navigate fuel shortages and blackouts
Cuba's vintage cars have largely vanished, being replaced by small electric tricycles. Solar-powered tricycles are helping Cubans navigate fuel shortages and blackouts.
- Ukraine escalates attacks on tankers near Crimea as Russian fuel shortages bite
Ukraine has intensified drone strikes on tankers near Crimea as part of a campaign to disrupt Russian fuel supplies and transportation routes in the region. The attacks aim to exacerbate existing fuel shortages in Crimea.
- Drone strikes deepen Russia's fuel crisis as a governor said petrol is still 'unavailable for sale' on some days
Russia's fuel crisis worsens as Ukraine's drone strikes disrupt supply routes, causing gasoline shortages in 78 of 83 regions. Crimea, a key target, has suspended public fuel sales, with officials warning of ongoing unavailability. Ukrainian forces report damaging 42.74% of Russia's oil refining capacity through sustained attacks.
- Occupied Crimea Faces Prolonged Fuel Shortages, Russian-Backed Governor Warns
Russian-appointed Crimean governor Sergei Aksyonov warned of prolonged fuel shortages in Crimea, with public sales unavailable on some days. The crisis stems from Ukrainian strikes targeting Russia’s energy infrastructure and supply routes, exposing Crimea’s reliance on vulnerable logistics and positioning the peninsula as a liability for Moscow.
- Trump’s 90-Minute Putin Call: The Shocking Reality & What It Means for Ukraine
Trump's 90-minute call with Putin is analyzed amid Russia's battlefield losses, economic strain, and fuel shortages. A unified message from Ankara is highlighted as a potential source of pressure on the Kremlin regarding the Ukraine situation.
- Russia’s Largest Oil Refinery Halts Production After Drone Attack, Sources Say
Russia’s largest oil refinery has halted production following a drone attack, according to sources. The shutdown is expected to worsen fuel shortages nationwide.
- Russia’s oil refineries are burning — and, now, so is its bond market
Russia's oil refineries and bond market are experiencing significant issues, with fuel shortages potentially pressuring Putin to engage in negotiations.
- Vologda Governor Runs Out of Gasoline After Telling Public Not to Panic Over Fuel Shortages
Vologda region Governor Georgy Filimonov ran out of gasoline while driving and had to hitch a ride with traffic police after advising the public not to panic over fuel shortages.
- Bolivia’s Fuel Crisis Is Fueling Inflation and Testing a New President
Bolivia faces severe fuel shortages, road blockades, and the worst inflation in about four decades. Blockades disrupting food and fuel supply to major cities are pushing prices higher, driven by dwindling gas revenue and a dollar shortage. President Rodrigo is navigating the crisis.
- Cuba plunges into third major blackout this year as power crisis worsens
Cuba experienced a nationwide blackout affecting 10 million people, exacerbating its ongoing energy crisis linked to U.S. sanctions and fuel shortages. The Electric Union reported a total disconnection of the National Electric Power System, with officials blaming U.S. policies for worsening the crisis.
- Island-wide blackout hits Cuba as its fuel reserve dwindles and aging grid crumbles
Cuba experienced an island-wide blackout due to dwindling fuel reserves and a deteriorating electric grid. The government attributes the crisis to fuel shortages exacerbated by U.S. tariffs on oil suppliers and internal production challenges, leading to halted public transportation and canceled surgeries.
- ‘It is a crisis’: Putin under increasing pressure from Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin faces increasing public criticism at home due to pressures from the Ukraine war, including fuel shortages, rising inflation, attacks on energy infrastructure and cities, and military casualties. Prominent figures are attributing these issues to the war's impact.
- Russia Hikes June Subsidies to Refiners as Fuel Shortages Bite
Russia increased subsidies to refiners in June to address fuel shortages. Motorists in Moscow were observed queuing for fuel at a gas station on June 30.
- Russians live with fuel shortages and rationing as Putin insists the war against Ukraine will go on
Russia faces fuel shortages and rationing due to Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries, with gasoline production down 17%. President Vladimir Putin dismisses the impact as 'not critical' and insists the war against Ukraine will continue. Crimea, annexed by Russia in 2014, experiences the worst fuel shortages, with periodic halts to gasoline sales.
- Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine
President Vladimir Putin appears unbothered by Ukraine's increasing attacks on Russia's oil refineries. He continues to escalate attacks on Ukraine despite fuel shortages in Russia.
- Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine
Putin dismisses fuel shortages in Russia caused by Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries, claiming the crisis is 'not critical' and vowing to continue the war until his objectives are met. Despite reduced gasoline production and rationing, Putin attributes the energy facility damage to Ukraine's efforts to divert attention from battlefield losses.
- A major Russian attack kills 17 in Kyiv as Ukrainian strikes batter Moscow's oil sector
Russia launched an 11-hour drone and missile attack on Kyiv, killing 17 civilians and damaging residential buildings, which Moscow claimed was retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities causing fuel shortages. Ukraine's officials describe the attacks as part of a 40-day campaign targeting civilian infrastructure, while Russia asserts the strikes targeted military-linked sites.
- Ukraine's strikes on Russian refineries highlight Kyiv's growing drone industry
Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian refineries have caused fuel shortages, prompting Russia to enhance anti-air defenses and consider fuel imports. Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged the shortage, highlighting Ukraine's advancing drone capabilities.
- Moscow starts feeling bite of fuel shortages as Ukraine ramps up attacks
Moscow is experiencing fuel shortages linked to Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil infrastructure. President Putin acknowledged the military's fuel issues, and Gallup reported record-high economic pessimism in Russia.
- ‘The crisis is deep’: The view from Russia as fuel shortages worsen
Russia is experiencing worsening fuel shortages as officials ration supplies. Ukrainian strikes on refineries are disrupting fuel supply chains.
- Drone Attack on Moscow Triggered Sharp Rise in Anti-War Views Across Russia
A drone attack by Ukraine on Moscow caused a 235% increase in anti-war discussions across Russia, leading to heightened criticism of the Kremlin and concerns about potential mobilization and fuel shortages.