Kazakhstan limits vehicle entry to curb fuel smuggling from Russia

biz.liga.net (Ukrainian)

Kazakhstan restricted vehicle entry from Russia to curb illegal fuel exports, limiting crossings to once daily. This measure follows a significant increase in gasoline consumption in Kazakhstan's border regions, attributed to Russians seeking cheaper fuel amid a domestic shortage. The fuel crisis in Russia is linked to Ukrainian attacks on its oil refineries, leading to production halts and price hikes.


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