Russia is importing jet fuel from Belarus at almost four times last year’s rate after drone strikes knocked out Moscow’s main refinery

Russia's imports of jet fuel from Belarus surged to 5,170 metric tons in May, almost quadrupling the same period last year, as drone strikes disabled Moscow's primary refinery. This shift highlights Russia's scramble for alternative fuel sources amid supply disruptions. The increased reliance on Belarus underscores the broader geopolitical and economic strains resulting from the conflict, suggesting potential long-term shifts in energy trade dynamics in the region.