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Russian Government Weighs Total Ban on Diesel Exports

The Russian government extended export bans on diesel and gasoline through January 31, 2027. These measures aim to stabilize the domestic fuel market following Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries. Priority supply is reserved for institutions and farmers.

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The government moved from weighing a ban to implementing a formal extension through January 2027.

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  1. Russia Extends Diesel and Gasoline Export Bans Until 2027

    The Russian government extended export bans on diesel and gasoline through January 31, 2027. These measures aim to stabilize the domestic fuel market following Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries. Priority supply is reserved for institutions and farmers.

    What's confirmed:

    • Russia extended export bans on gasoline and diesel through January 31, 2027.
    • The ban takes effect August 1, 2026.
    • Restrictions were originally introduced in July 2023 due to fuel shortages and price hikes.
    • Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries caused the initial fuel shortages.
    • Some exports will continue for humanitarian aid or under specific agreements.
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  2. Putin Considers Diesel Export Ban to Combat Domestic Shortages

    President Vladimir Putin is weighing a ban on diesel exports to stabilize the internal fuel market. The move follows Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure. Putin acknowledged that shortages are currently affecting businesses and motorists.

    What's confirmed:

    • President Vladimir Putin is considering a ban on diesel exports.
    • Fuel shortages in Russia are the result of Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure.
    • President Putin admitted that fuel shortages are affecting motorists and businesses.
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  3. Russia Considers Total Ban on Diesel Exports to Combat Fuel Shortages

    The Russian government is weighing a complete prohibition on diesel exports to stabilize its domestic fuel market. This move follows Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries and supply networks that caused rising prices and shortages. Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak stated the situation is "not simple" but remains under control.

    What's confirmed:

    • Russia is considering a full ban on diesel exports to stabilize the domestic fuel market.
    • Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries and energy infrastructure have caused fuel shortages and rising prices.
    • Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak told a meeting chaired by President Vladimir Putin that the fuel market situation is "not simple."
    • Export bans on jet fuel and gasoline are currently in effect.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Russia has asked Kazakhstan for gasoline to ease domestic shortages.
    • A Russian airline warns that a critical jet fuel shortage has removed the economic rationale for flights.
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