Fuel crisis deepens in Russia! Queues stretching for kilometers formed

Fuel crisis deepens in Russia! Queues stretching for kilometers formed

27.06.2026 12:00

Fuel shortages are growing in Russia following Ukraine's attacks on oil refineries. Drivers seeking fuel in Russia's Ivanovo region formed kilometer-long vehicle queues, and the congestion at stations was captured on camera.

The fuel shortage in the country is deepening following Ukraine's recent drone attacks on oil refineries in Russia. In the Ivanovsk region, drivers have formed kilometer-long queues to obtain fuel.

Footage recorded in Russia's Ivanovsk region shows vehicles stretching for kilometers as they attempt to reach gas stations. Moments of drivers having to wait for long periods were captured on cell phone cameras.

ATTACKS ON REFINERIES HAD AN EFFECT

In recent months, Ukraine's increased drone attacks on Russia's oil refineries, oil storage facilities, and energy infrastructure have negatively impacted the country's fuel supply. It is reported that some regions have experienced disruptions in fuel procurement following the growing pressure.

ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE UNDER PRESSURE

Experts note that attacks on energy facilities are increasing pressure on Russia's war economy, while the long vehicle queues in Ivanovsk are seen as one of the latest examples of the fuel crisis manifesting on the ground.

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