Fuel Sales Restricted in Russia: Why Gas Stations Are Capping Petrol Purchases.

Russia Imposes Fuel Purchase Limits at Gas Stations

According to Espreso.tv: Russia's Tatneft has imposed temporary caps on fuel sales at its gas stations due to supply disruptions triggered by attacks on oil refineries. The limits restrict gasoline purchases to between 20 and 30 liters per person, while diesel fuel is capped at 40 to 60 liters. For instance, at Tatneft stations in Chelyabinsk, passenger vehicles can buy no more than 30 liters of gasoline and 60 liters of diesel per visit. Heavy trucks face a limit of up to 300 liters.

Fuel Supply Crisis Worsens

Fuel supply issues have emerged in multiple cities, including Samara, Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan, Cheboksary, and Ulyanovsk. Reports of restrictions first surfaced on June 14, following an escalation after an attack on the TANECO refinery on June 12. By early June, fuel shortages were recorded in 25 Russian regions.

Further compounding the crisis, on June 16, Ukrainian defense forces struck the Moscow Oil Refinery, worsening the situation. Since the start of 2026, Russia has lost at least $7 billion due to strikes on its refining infrastructure, highlighting the severe challenges facing the country's fuel supply network.

The introduction of fuel sale limits in Russia signals deep troubles in the country's energy sector, stemming directly from ongoing military operations.

These developments could have far-reaching effects on the economy, particularly the transportation sector and overall fuel prices. Given the sustained combat operations and infrastructure attacks, fuel supply disruptions are likely to persist, impacting both daily life and business operations. As Russia remains heavily dependent on its refining industry, this situation demands close monitoring to assess potential long-term consequences.