https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-russia-s-gasoline-output-drops-to-70-of-domestic-demand-late-in-august-after-drone-attacks-sources-sayContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-russia-s-gasoline-output-drops-to-70-of-domestic-demand-late-in-august-after-drone-attacks-sources-sayhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-russia-s-gasoline-output-drops-to-70-of-domestic-demand-late-in-august-after-drone-attacks-sources-say#u52747Mon, 31 Aug 2026 05:05:42 +0000Russia's gasoline production fell to 70% of domestic demand in late August following a series of Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries. This shortfall has triggered fuel shortages and queues at petrol stations, including in Moscow. To mitigate the crisis, Russia has extended its diesel export ban and is importing petrol from India. Bloomberg reports that refining levels have hit a 20-year low, forcing the Kremlin to scramble for oil imports to stabilize the domestic market.Why it mattersUkraine is targeting Russian energy infrastructure to degrade the logistics and funding of the Russ