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flag Ukrainian drones damaged Russian refineries, causing fuel shortages and economic strain.

flag Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure have damaged at least 10 refineries, reducing oil refining by up to 20% on some days and causing fuel shortages, particularly for gasoline grades like Ai 92 and Ai 95. flag Independent gas stations, which make up about 40% of the market, are most affected due to reduced supply and high borrowing costs near 17%, making stockpiling unaffordable. flag Shortages have been reported across the Far East, Crimea, the Volga region, and central and southern Russia, with some stations temporarily closing. flag While state-owned firms continue operating normally, the government may extend the gasoline export ban beyond September and consider a diesel export ban to prioritize domestic needs. flag Damage at key sites like the Ryazan refinery and Ust-Luga port could take months to repair. flag Officials expect conditions to improve, but the crisis adds pressure to Russia’s economy, already strained by sanctions and declining exports.

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