https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ukraine-knocks-out-over-45-of-russia-s-projected-refining-capacityContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ukraine-knocks-out-over-45-of-russia-s-projected-refining-capacityhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ukraine-knocks-out-over-45-of-russia-s-projected-refining-capacity#u81291Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:40:47 +0000Ukrainian strikes have knocked out over 45 percent of Russia projected oil refining capacity, leading to severe fuel shortages and rising prices across the country. In the Leningrad region, fuel purchases are restricted to 30 liters per fill-up, while roughly one in five independent and small gas stations have halted operations. Exiled Russian economist Andrei Yakovlev noted that gasoline is unavailable in many areas or sold at prices two to three times higher than in major cities, prompting authorities to prepare crisis scenarios for a worsening fuel situation.Why it mattersThe targeted destr