Officials in Russian-occupied Crimea have suspended civilian petrol sales, as Ukraine escalates attacks on fuel supplies. Governor Sergey Aksyonov reported four fatalities and 28 injuries from overnight strikes. Current sales are limited to government agencies only, with civilians urged to remain calm.
Ukrainian forces have targeted Crimea's energy infrastructure, leading to the worst fuel crisis since its annexation in 2014. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized these strikes as part of long-range sanctions against Russia’s energy sector.
Fuel shortages are rampant, with previous restrictions limiting sales to 20 liters per vehicle weekly, causing motorists to line up for hours. Authorities have recognized the severity of the situation, indicating their intent to resolve it swiftly. As the conflict persists, Ukraine’s capability to challenge Russian positions is increasingly evident.