Putin Acknowledges Fuel Shortages as Ukrainian Attacks Hit Russia's Energy Grid

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Putin said Russia is experiencing fuel shortages due to Ukrainian attacks on energy facilities but stressed the shortages are not critical; a task force is working to fix the issue, with a potential diesel export ban under consideration, while Moscow prioritizes fuel distribution (notably to Crimea) and stronger air defenses amid ongoing drone strikes.
- Putin admits fuel shortages after Ukrainian attacks NBC News
- Putin’s fuel shortage admission signals growing strain on Russia’s energy infrastructure CNBC
- Putin admits Ukrainian drone strikes are driving Russian fuel shortages The Guardian
- Putin admits oil deficit amid Ukrainian strikes on refineries Euronews
- Fuel shortages spread to more parts of Russia as Ukrainian attacks bite Reuters
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