Russia eyes diesel export ban, fuel imports amid Ukrainian strikes; Crimea restricts public life
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Russia's Deputy Prime Minister, Alexander Novak, hinted at a potential diesel export ban to address fuel shortages, especially in Crimea, where public life has been further restricted. This move comes amid Ukrainian strikes on civilian infrastructure, including an oil refinery near Moscow, which President Vladimir Putin condemned as a destabilizing tactic. The situation underscores the broader geopolitical tensions and economic repercussions as Russia navigates its energy strategy and responses to external pressures.
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