Result of Strikes on Refineries: Russian Regions Face Fuel Shortages

Serious disruptions in gasoline supplies and a sharp rise in prices are being recorded in several regions of Russia and in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine.

This was reported by Krym.Realii, as well as local media and Telegram channels.

The shortage is most acute in Crimea. At some gas stations, gasoline has run out completely, while at others it appears only sporadically, creating a persistent fuel deficit on the peninsula.

On August 14, the Telegram channel Crimean Wind reported the disappearance of the most popular AI-95 brand, posting a photo of a gas station price board showing “zeros” in the column.

On August 15, the Russian-controlled “Ministry of Fuel and Energy of Crimea” attributed the shortage to delivery problems through the Kerch Strait.

The situation worsened on August 19, when AI-92 gasoline also began disappearing from sale. At the same time, prices for all grades of fuel rose by 50–90 kopecks per liter. Only diesel supplies remain stable for now.

Other Russian regions are also experiencing problems. In Transbaikalia, AI-95 is no longer available at gas stations, with the remaining stock sold only to corporate clients. In Vladivostok, both AI-92 and AI-95 are in shortage.

In Buryatia and Primorsky Krai, the lack of supply pushed prices up by an average of 5–10 rubles per liter.

The causes of the shortage have not been officially confirmed, but it is likely linked to systematic strikes by the Ukrainian Defense Forces against Russia’s oil refining infrastructure.

Ukrainian drones have been targeting not only fuel tanks but also processing facilities, without which production is impossible. These attacks are believed to be the main reason behind the current shortages.

In the short term, the situation could cause major disruptions in logistics, further straining Russia’s economy.

On August 14, the Telegram channel Crimean Wind reported the disappearance of the most popular AI-95 brand, posting a photo of a gas station display showing “zeros” in the price column.