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Russia's Alcohol Crisis: Glitch Sparks Shortages, Price Surge

3/28/2025

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A major glitch in Russia's alcohol control system has thrown production and sales into chaos for three days, leaving Moscow and Siberia grappling with shortages. While officials blame a power outage, producers suspect a cyberattack. As the crisis unfolds, vodka prices are set to soar with new minimum rates kicking in on January 1, 2025.

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Story summary

A major glitch in Russia's alcohol control system has thrown production and sales into chaos for three days, leaving Moscow and Siberia grappling with shortages. While officials blame a power outage, producers suspect a cyberattack. As the crisis unfolds, vodka prices are set to soar with new minimum rates kicking in on January 1, 2025.