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Bulgaria Bans Fuel Exports Amid U.S. Sanctions Crisis

11/3/2025

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Bulgaria has imposed a temporary ban on exporting fuels, including diesel and aviation fuel, to EU countries.
The ban follows United States (U.S.) sanctions on Lukoil, a Russian company operating Bulgaria's largest oil refinery.
The Bulgarian Parliament aims to secure domestic fuel supplies amid fears of shortages.
The government is increasing inspections of fuel stocks and is seeking an exemption from U.S. sanctions to prevent shortages that could trigger unrest.

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Bulgaria has imposed a temporary ban on exporting fuels, including diesel and aviation fuel, to EU countries.
The ban follows United States (U.S.) sanctions on Lukoil, a Russian company operating Bulgaria's largest oil refinery.
The Bulgarian Parliament aims to secure domestic fuel supplies amid fears of shortages.
The government is increasing inspections of fuel stocks and is seeking an exemption from U.S. sanctions to prevent shortages that could trigger unrest.