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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Halve Russia's Oil Export Capacity

3/29/2026

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Ukrainian Strikes Disrupt Russia

Ukrainian drone strikes damaged ports and refineries in the Leningrad region.
These strikes constitute the most serious threat to Russia's oil exports since the invasion.
Analysts estimate up to 50% of Russia's oil export capacity is currently halted.
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak acknowledged the situation and said Russia will use alternative export routes to China.

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Novak Enforces Gasoline Ban

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak announced that Russia will ban gasoline exports starting April 1.
The ban will last until the end of July.
Novak said the move aims to ease domestic demand amid rising global fuel prices tied to the war in Iran and Ukrainian attacks on refineries.
About 40% of Russia's oil export capacity is halted due to ongoing conflicts, affecting production at major refineries.

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Ukrainian Strikes Disrupt Russia

Ukrainian drone strikes damaged ports and refineries in the Leningrad region.
These strikes constitute the most serious threat to Russia's oil exports since the invasion.
Analysts estimate up to 50% of Russia's oil export capacity is currently halted.
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak acknowledged the situation and said Russia will use alternative export routes to China.

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