Alexander Novak
Coverage of Alexander Novak in the Nexus archive.
- Russia Bans Diesel Exports as Ukrainian Strikes Intensify Fuel Crisis
Russia has temporarily banned diesel exports until July 31 to address a fuel crisis caused by Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure. Domestic shortages have led to rationing and long lines at gas stations, with President Vladimir Putin downplaying the situation as 'not critical'.
- Russia halts diesel exports after Ukraine strikes refineries
Russia has banned diesel exports until July to address domestic shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries. The move is expected to increase diesel prices in Europe, affecting industries reliant on the fuel. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed strikes on Russian oil facilities as retaliation for Russia's war in Ukraine.
- Russia’s fuel crisis is so bad that a mom and her baby waited in line for 18 hours to get gas — ‘Are we in the Soviet Union?’
Russia's fuel shortage, caused by Ukraine's drone strikes on oil infrastructure, has led to long gas station lines and economic strain. A Siberian family waited 18 hours to refuel, highlighting Soviet-era-like rationing and public frustration.
- Russia to import gasoline as Ukrainian strikes force Putin to use reserves
Russia is considering importing gasoline amid Ukrainian drone strikes disrupting its fuel supply, with President Putin acknowledging a 4% decline in national gasoline reserves. The Kremlin confirmed talks with foreign suppliers, while tax changes and subsidies are being implemented to stabilize the market.
- Russian Government Weighs Total Ban on Diesel Exports
The Russian government is considering a total ban on diesel exports. Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak described the domestic fuel market as 'challenging but under control.'
- Ukraine says it hit a railway bridge to Crimea, seeking to isolate the Russian-held peninsula
Ukraine claimed to strike a railway bridge, power plant, and other infrastructure in Crimea, aiming to isolate the Russian-held peninsula. Russia suspended civilian gasoline sales and considered halting diesel exports amid intensified Ukrainian drone attacks disrupting supply lines and power.
- Russia eyes diesel export ban, fuel imports amid Ukrainian strikes; Crimea restricts public life
Russia is considering a diesel export ban, with possible fuel imports to address shortages in Crimea, which has imposed public life restrictions. President Vladimir Putin criticized Ukraine's strikes on civilian infrastructure as a ploy to destabilize society.