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Russian government permits sales of Euro-3 fuel in Russia until year-end
Several oil processing plants were allowed to produce gasoline with higher maximum permitted sulfur content
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Meduza.io
· Jun 29, 2026
Facing fuel shortages amid Ukrainian drone strikes, Russia may bring back a low-grade gasoline it banned in 2013
Russia may allow the production and sale of gasoline and diesel fuel with environmental standards lowered as far as “Euro 2” for one year through July 2027, the Russian business daily Kommersant reported, citing a draft decree it had reviewed.
TASS
· Jul 10, 2026
Gasoline, diesel export ban needed to stabilize fuel situation — Deputy PM Novak
The complete ban on diesel and gasoline exports remains in effect in Russia until July 31
Al-Monitor
· Jul 8, 2026
Russia bans diesel exports to ensure domestic supply after targeted Ukrainian drone strikes
MOSCOW, July 8 (Reuters) - Russia introduced a ban on diesel exports on Wednesday as part of a raft of measures to support the domestic fuel market after systematic Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries triggered shortages and price spikes in some regions. Drivers in many regions are facing hours-long lines to refuel, as intensifying Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure squeeze supplies of diesel and gasoline.
The Kyiv Independent
· Jul 9, 2026
Putin calls for Crimea fuel subsidies as Ukraine once again hammers shadow fleet
On the same day Putin spoke, the Russian government announced it would ban the export of diesel fuel until at least the end of the month.
South China Morning Post
· Jul 11, 2026
Russia’s diesel export ban deals fresh blow to strained energy market
Russia’s decision to ban diesel exports this week has roiled global energy markets, exacerbating shortages of the industrial fuel and sending prices soaring, even in countries that no longer buy the fuel from Moscow. Diesel accounts for the largest share of global oil consumption and soaring prices can ripple through the global economy given its wide range of uses, from industrial machinery and farm equipment to heavy transport and electricity generation. Supply has remained tight for years due...
Bloomberg
· Jul 8, 2026
Russia Bans Diesel Exports After Ukraine’s Refinery Attacks
Russia banned exports of diesel to avoid domestic shortages after a flurry of attacks by Ukrainian drones on the nation’s refineries. International prices for the fuel surged.
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Related coverage for "Russian government permits sales of Euro-3 fuel in Russia until year-end": Meduza.io — Facing fuel shortages amid Ukrainian drone strikes, Russia may bring back a low-grade gasoline it banned in 2013. TASS — Gasoline, diesel export ban needed to stabilize fuel situation — Deputy PM Novak. Al-Monitor — Russia bans diesel exports to ensure domestic supply after targeted Ukrainian drone strikes. The Kyiv Independent — Putin calls for Crimea fuel subsidies as Ukraine once again hammers shadow fleet. South China Morning Post — Russia’s diesel export ban deals fresh blow to strained energy market. Bloomberg — Russia Bans Diesel Exports After Ukraine’s Refinery Attacks