Russia's Fuel Crisis Spills into Central Asia
Russia's fuel shortages, caused by Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries, have led to export bans and price hikes, significantly impacting Central Asian nations heavily reliant on Russian energy.
Russia is grappling with fuel shortages and price hikes after a string of Ukrainian attacks on its oil refineries. To protect supplies in Russia, where long lines at gas stations have been reported in some regions, Moscow has banned or restricted the export of gasoline and diesel.
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Author's summary: Russia's fuel crisis affects Central Asia.