Fuel Crisis in Russia: 84% of Regions Faced Shortages.

According to inkorr.com: A massive fuel crisis is unfolding in Russia — gasoline and diesel are disappearing from gas stations, and prices are rising at record rates. According to from economic analyst Stanimir Dobrev, fuel supply disruptions have already affected 84% of the regions in the country. Oboz reports about it .

Gasoline in Tyumen at 80 rubles per liter

The most acute situation is observed in Tyumen — the center of Russian oil production. Here have been introduced: one driver can purchase no more than 30 liters of fuel. Despite this, queues at gas stations are not decreasing, and prices have reached 70–80 rubles per liter, instead of the previous 50–55. At the gas stations of Gazpromneft, TPK, and Condor, fuel is running out, and drivers are forced to drive around several stations to at least partially refuel their cars.

Main Reasons for Fuel Shortages in the Russian Federation

• Drone strikes on Russian oil refining and energy facilities have destroyed part of the capacity.

• Logistical problems with fuel supply to regions.

• Increased domestic demand due to companies' attempts to create stocks.

The problems have affected not only private drivers. Delivery services, freight carriers, and agrarians are also experiencing a fuel shortage, which could lead to logistic issues and increased prices for goods.

Russia to lose 60% of oil refining capacity by the end of 2025

According to estimates from Ukrainian intelligence, by the end of 2025, Russia could lose up to 60% of its oil refining capacity and will be forced to import fuel. However, Belarus, China, and India are in no rush to support the Kremlin, which only worsens the situation. Experts say that the fuel system of the Russian Federation has reached the stage of

“point of no return”

Previously, there were reports that Belarus .

This fuel crisis in Russia indicates serious problems in the oil and gas sector, which could have far-reaching consequences for the country's economy. The lack of fuel is already causing disruptions in transport operations and a shortage of resources for essential industries. Rising fuel prices could lead to increased costs of goods and services, further impacting the welfare of the population. Local restrictions on purchasing fuel do not stop but only exacerbate the situation in a country where problems are increasingly becoming evident.