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previous wave of shortages, which began in late May and lasted until mid-July, the current crisis is particularly affecting Moscow and the surrounding area, as is apparent from posts on social media. The gas station chains Gazprom Neft and…

National gasoline stock levels fell to 3.2 million tonnes, the lowest point since 2014, reflecting ongoing shortages at the consumer level.

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The report indicates a 12% drop in gasoline deliveries to retail stations compared with the same period last year, citing refinery outages and logistics bottlenecks.

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Reuters analysts note that Western sanctions have forced several refineries offline, leading to nationwide gasoline shortages and longer pump wait times.

Bloomberg reports that drivers in Moscow are experiencing queues of up to 30 minutes, with some stations temporarily out of gasoline.

Local authorities in the Sverdlovsk and Khabarovsk regions reported long queues at gas stations and temporary closures due to insufficient fuel deliveries.

The IEA notes a persistent shortfall in domestic fuel production, estimating a deficit of 1.5 million tonnes of gasoline for 2026.

The Kremlin’s official statement asserts that “there are no fuel shortages in the Russian Federation; supply chains operate normally.”

The Ministry of Transport confirmed that all major fuel distribution routes are fully operational and that any isolated incidents do not constitute a national shortage.

The Council on Foreign Relations provides context, noting that while official data downplays issues, independent reports and consumer experiences indicate localized shortages.