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Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales
NPR • • general
Key Points:
- Officials in Russia-occupied Crimea suspended civilian gasoline sales following Ukrainian attacks on fuel supplies, with fuel now reserved only for government agencies ensuring Crimea's functioning and security.
- Ukrainian strikes overnight killed four people and wounded 28, targeting a Crimean oil depot and an oil transport facility in Russia's Krasnodar region as part of Ukraine's "long-range sanctions" against Russia's energy infrastructure.
- The region faces its worst fuel crisis since the 2014 annexation, with strict fuel rationing, long queues, and inflated prices due to shortages and restrictions on fuel transport via the Kerch bridge.
- The Kremlin has publicly acknowledged the severity of the fuel shortage and promised swift action, while Ukraine’s successful attacks highlight its capacity to impact the conflict despite Russia’s stalled advances.
- The conflict has now entered its 1,569th day, surpassing the duration of World War I, underscoring the prolonged and ongoing nature of the war.
