Russia weighs diesel export ban to steady fuel market, deputy PM says
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said Russia is weighing export limits and tax changes as refinery attacks cut output and fuel sales tighten in many regions.
- On Tuesday, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said Russia is considering a diesel export ban and tax legislation changes to stabilize the domestic fuel market.
- Repeated drone attacks forced unplanned refinery maintenance, pushing seaborne oil product exports down about 15% in June while gasoline output fell about 25% from the daily average last year.
- Russian-Installed Sevastopol Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev announced "enforced temporary measures" Monday, including public transport closures at 10 p.m. and cafe closures at 8 p.m., alongside fuel sale restrictions.
- Officials are considering importing fuel by sea and implementing subsidies to cap prices, while tapping previously unused reserves to bolster domestic supply and prevent inflation.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin characterized recent Ukrainian attacks on civilian infrastructure as a ploy to destabilize society, though residents like Anzhelika endorsed the safety measures as necessary protection.
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Skyrocketing prices and long lines to fill up. Ukraine's targeted attacks on oil refineries have led to fuel shortages in Russia. Now the country's government is considering imposing a ban on diesel exports.
Russia Considers Diesel Export Ban as Fuel Market Pressures Mount
Russia is considering a full ban on diesel exports as authorities scramble to stabilize the domestic fuel market amid refinery disruptions, rising prices, and supply shortages linked to Ukrainian attacks on energy infrastructure. Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said Tuesday that the government is weighing a complete prohibition on diesel exports alongside other measures to support domestic fuel supplies. Speaking at a government meeting ch…
Russia weighs diesel export ban to steady fuel market, deputy PM says | Science-Environment
Russia is considering a complete ban on diesel exports and other measures to stabilise its domestic fuel market, amid ongoing challenges following Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure.
Russia weighs diesel export ban to steady fuel market, deputy PM says
Russia is considering a complete ban on diesel exports and other measures to help stabilise the domestic fuel market, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Tuesday, adding that the situation was "not simple" but remained under control.
Russia Considers Diesel Export Ban to Stabilize Fuel Market, Deputy PM Says
Russia is considering a ban on diesel exports in an effort to stabilize its domestic fuel market, Deputy Prime Minister has revealed. The potential measure aims to address rising fuel prices and tightening supplies within the country amid evolving global energy dynamics. This move reflects Moscow’s strategic approach to securing energy resources for internal consumption as international markets continue to fluctuate. Details on the scope and tim…
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