Russia has announced a partial ban on exports of diesel and extended an ongoing restriction on gasoline exports until the end of this year. The decision comes after a flurry of drone attacks by Ukraine on Russia's refineries. Ukrainian attacks have significantly affected Russia's oil refining, also reportedly hindering fuel exports from several key ports. Russian deputy prime minister Alexander Novak admitted there was a small deficit of oil products but assured that stockpiles were covering the shortage.

How is the fuel situation in Russia?

Russia is notably one of the world's biggest producers of diesel, and its exports are a key source of revenue for the government. Izvestia, a Russian newspaper, has reported that gas stations in several areas have begun to ration gasoline and diesel

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