Gasoline Shortages Emerge in Occupied Ukraine Amid Supply-Line Strikes
Gasoline shortages persist in occupied Ukraine as Kyiv’s mid-range strikes disrupt fuel transport along key supply routes, with Crimea imposing 20-liter sale limits and coupon requirements. Long-range strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure have reduced refining capacity, while Russia’s export controls have buffered domestic supply. As of 2026, shortages remain largely confined to occupied territories, though some Russian regions are tightening sales; diesel shortages are emerging, and the Kremlin may prioritize military fuel over civilian supply, potentially widening the overall impact.