Second wave of fuel shortages at petrol stations sweeps across Russia — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/second-wave-of-fuel-shortages-at-petrol-stations-sweeps-across-russiaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Russia hit by second wave of fuel shortageshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/second-wave-of-fuel-shortages-at-petrol-stations-sweeps-across-russiahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/second-wave-of-fuel-shortages-at-petrol-stations-sweeps-across-russia#u44847Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:15:49 +0000A second wave of fuel shortages is sweeping across Russia, with multiple sources reporting disruptions at petrol stations. The shortages are attributed to Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian refineries and trucking costs. The crisis is stoking inflation and posing a challenge to President Putin. Fuel crunch is reported in various Russian regions.Why it mattersThe fuel shortages are occurring amid heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine. The Ukrainian drone strikes have impacted Russian refineries, contributing to the fuel shortages. Russia's economy is experiencing strain due to the