All of Russia is on the verge of a fuel crisis - petrol stations are empty, prices are rising

The fuel crisis has engulfed almost the entire country

In Russia. The fuel crisis is deepeningdisruptions in the supply of petrol and diesel were recorded in 84% regions, according to the Telegram channel Tochniy. At petrol stations, the following are observed queues and shortages, and prices are rising rapidly.

Social media users report that many petrol stations either completely empty, or set limits on the sale of fuel, In particular, for private cars.

Reasons for the shortage

The main reasons are as follows:

• massive attacks by Ukrainian drones at refineries in russia;

• logistical failures in domestic deliveries;

• Government attempts to keep prices down by restricting exports, which led to an imbalance in the domestic market.

Analysts add that the Russian energy system is «on the verge of survival», and the restoration of damaged refineries could take months.

Government response

Russian officials claim that the situation is «under control», but local media report panic purchases of petrol and diesel. Some regions have already started introduce rationing at petrol stations for commercial vehicles.

Drones against refineries

Ukrainian drones continue to Successfully target fuel infrastructure Russia. In recent months, dozens of oil product tanks have been destroyed or damaged, significantly affecting fuel production and supply.