gasoline shortages
Coverage of gasoline shortages in the Nexus archive.
- Ukraine Says It Hit Russia’s Taneco Refinery, Small Oil Terminal
Ukraine reported hitting a major refinery deep inside Russia and also striking a small oil terminal situated on the Black Sea overnight. These strikes occur while Moscow is currently grappling with what it calls a second wave of gasoline shortages.
- Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine
Despite severe fuel shortages in Russia due to Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries, President Vladimir Putin dismisses the impact and continues military operations in Ukraine. The attacks have reduced gasoline production, leading to rationing and lower-quality fuel, with Crimea experiencing the worst shortages.
- Russia’s Energy Ministry Admits Drone Attacks Behind Gasoline Shortages
Russia’s Energy Ministry acknowledged that drone attacks are causing gasoline shortages. Officials established an 'industry-wide task force' to ensure stable and efficient operations in the energy sector.
- Russia Bans Jet Fuel Exports Until Late November
Russia has banned jet fuel exports until late November due to Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries, which have caused domestic production declines and gasoline shortages in some areas.
- Fuel Panic Hits Occupied Sevastopol as Russia Limits Gasoline Sales
Residents of Russian-occupied Sevastopol face worsening gasoline shortages and panic buying after occupation authorities imposed a 20-liter fuel purchase limit per vehicle, citing logistical difficulties.