economy
Ukraine’s drone attacks have left Russia desperately scrambling for oil imports
The once world-leading producer of crude oil has plunged into an energy crisis as Kyiv targets its refineries
TL;DR
- Russia is facing a critical shortage of gasoline due to Ukrainian drone attacks on its oil processing facilities.
- The country is increasing imports from Turkey, India, and Belarus to fill the gap in refining capacity.
- A deal has been signed with Kazakhstan to process Russian crude oil outside the country.
- At least six Russian regions have reinstated or tightened restrictions on gasoline sales.
- Ukrainian strikes on refineries are aimed at impacting Russia's war funding and causing domestic shortages.
- Output from Russian refineries had dropped significantly even before the intensified campaign.