Key facts
- Ukraine's drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure have caused a severe fuel crisis.
- Over 17 Russian regions are experiencing fuel shortages and restrictions.
- Approximately 20% of Russia's refining capacity is offline due to the strikes.
- Demand for electric vehicles in Russia has significantly increased.
- Central Asian nations, including Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, are affected by Russian supply disruptions.
- Cossacks and volunteers are assisting in maintaining order at petrol stations in Anapa.
Ukraine's escalating drone strikes on Russian energy infrastructure have triggered a severe fuel crisis, leading to shortages and restrictions in over 17 regions. The attacks have taken an estimated 20% of Russia's refining capacity offline. This situation has driven a significant surge in demand for electric vehicles in Russia, with sales of plug-in hybrids up 125% and fully electric cars up 19% year-on-year in the first five months. In the Black Sea resort town of Anapa, Cossacks and volunteers are helping to manage queues and prevent conflicts at petrol stations, where drivers are limited to 20 liters of gasoline per car. Central Asian nations like Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan are also experiencing the impact of Russian supply disruptions, leading to price hikes and flight cutbacks. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy has vowed to continue and expand drone offensives against Russian facilities.