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Ukraine hits Russian refineries 21 times, driving fuel shortages

8/30/2026

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Ukraine struck Russian oil refineries, creating record fuel shortages across Russia.
Ukrainian attacks hit Russian refineries at least 21 times in August, a monthly record.
Crude processing fell to just over 3.8 million barrels per day in August, near a two-decade low.
Gasoline output dropped to about 80,000 tonnes per day, covering only 70% of domestic consumption.
Moscow imposed retail fuel limits, causing drivers to face 30-50-vehicle queues at stations.

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Story summary

Ukraine struck Russian oil refineries, creating record fuel shortages across Russia.
Ukrainian attacks hit Russian refineries at least 21 times in August, a monthly record.
Crude processing fell to just over 3.8 million barrels per day in August, near a two-decade low.
Gasoline output dropped to about 80,000 tonnes per day, covering only 70% of domestic consumption.
Moscow imposed retail fuel limits, causing drivers to face 30-50-vehicle queues at stations.