Fuel Crisis Intensifies as Russia Ramps Up Exports
Russia increased August crude exports to 2 million barrels/day by 200,000 bpd Ukraine's attacks disrupted 17% of Russia's refining capacity (1.1 million bpd) Primorye and Kurilsky regions faced fuel shortages, rationing, and inflated prices Russia's fuel system resilience is at risk due to infrastructure damage Western sanctions worsen budget challenges from 500,000 bpd route losses.