Putin dismisses fuel shortages as 'not critical' amid Ukraine's refinery attacks, vows to continue war
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The Associated Press
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Despite severe fuel shortages across Russia, President Vladimir Putin remains unfazed by Ukraine's increasing attacks on Russian oil refineries, dismissing the situation as "not critical." He rejects ceasefire proposals and insists the war will continue until his goals are met, including Ukraine's withdrawal from contested regions. Analysts note that Russian forces have been stalled in recent months, while Ukraine has launched over 50 attacks on energy facilities in Russia and occupied Crimea since March, significantly denting refining capacity. Putin has pledged to accelerate repairs and boost air defense production in response.
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bskyPutin dismisses fuel shortages as 'not critical' amid Ukraine's refinery attacks, vows to continue warapnews.comKey quotes
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Putin downplays the impact, pledging to accelerate repairs and boost air defense production
He rejects ceasefire proposals, demanding Ukraine withdraw from contested regions
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