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UkrainePublished: 2 July 2026 at 16:36

Ukrainian strikes deepen Russia's fuel crisis; public discontent grows

The Ukrainian military has successfully struck one of Russia's largest oil refineries, exacerbating fuel shortages that have led to longer queues at gas stations and rising dissatisfaction on social media. In response, the Russian government has decided to import fuel from other countries.

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Ukraine's armed forces have carried out a successful strike on one of Russia's largest oil refineries. This attack has deepened the existing fuel crisis within Russia, worsening the situation.

Across Russia, queues at gas stations are becoming increasingly long. Citizens are expressing their discontent on social media platforms about the fuel shortage. The problem is escalating, with people facing difficulties in accessing petrol and diesel.

To address the shortage, the Russian government has decided to import fuel from other nations. This decision underscores the severity of the internal market issues, which have been intensified by Ukrainian strikes on key infrastructure.

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