Fuel shortages spread across Russian regions after Ukrainian refinery strikes

Russia faces fuel shortages across multiple regions after Ukrainian strikes hit at least eight refineries in two weeks, causing queues and rationing for drivers. Ukraine intensified attacks after the energy ceasefire announced by President Donald Trump on October 30 never materialized. The latest drone strike targeted Kirishi refinery near St. Petersburg, Russia's second-largest, with 400,000 barrels daily capacity. Karelia's governor imposed limits of 30 liters gasoline and 50 liters diesel per vehicle, banning plastic canisters. Similar restrictions apply in Buryatia, Nizhny Novgorod, Arkhangelsk, Penza, and Krasnoyarsk. Shortages may hinder US diesel purchases to curb domestic price rises.