Russia bans diesel exports and turns to fuel imports after Ukrainian drone strikes hit refineries
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Katherina Popilnichenko
Summary
Russia imposed a ban on diesel exports starting July 8, 2026, and will begin importing fuel from other countries to address a domestic fuel crisis. The crisis was triggered by Ukrainian drone strikes on major Russian oil refineries. Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak announced the measures during a government meeting led by Vladimir Putin, citing public anxiety over gas station conditions and the need for additional government steps to stabilize the situation.
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Russia will also begin importing fuel from other countries this July, according to Meduza.
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