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SOCAR opens two new petrol stations in Romania

The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) has strengthened its presence in Romania with the opening of two new petrol stations, further advancing the company's strategy to expand its retail network in the country.
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Caucasian Knot
· Jul 10, 2026
The gasoline shortage and price difference have caused queues at gas stations in Chechnya.
AI-95 at Rosneft gas stations in Chechnya is sold for 73 rubles per liter, while at private gas stations the price is already 105 rubles. As a result, queues for cheap gasoline arise, where people have to spend several hours. At the same time, Rosneft sells only 20 liters, which does not meet the needs, car owners reported.
Baltic News Network
· Jun 25, 2026
Ukrainian drone strikes ignite another oil depot in Russia
Another oil depot has caught fire in Russia’s Krasnodar region following overnight Ukrainian drone strikes, according to Russian and Ukrainian media reports. The Ukrainian Telegram channel Exilenova+ reported that three fuel storage tanks caught fire at the oil depot in the village of Poltavskaya after the attack. According to the Telegram channel Astra, the Poltavskaya [] The post Ukrainian drone strikes ignite another oil depot in Russia appeared first on Baltic News Network.
Ukrainska Pravda
· Jul 8, 2026
Russia plans to thin out fuel queues based on odd-even vehicle registration numbers
Several Russian regions are introducing fuel sales based on whether a vehicle's registration number begins with an odd or even digit, as authorities seek to ease long queues at petrol stations.
The Tico Times
· Jun 30, 2026
Costa Rica’s Ethanol Gasoline Plan Faces New Delay
Costa Rica’s plan to begin selling gasoline mixed with ethanol is still moving forward, but drivers may have to wait longer than expected before seeing the new fuel at service stations. The Ministry of Environment and Energy(MINAE), still intends to mix gasoline super with 10 ethanol as part of a broader effort to reduce vehicle [] The post Costa Rica’s Ethanol Gasoline Plan Faces New Delay appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.
Yemen Press Agency
· Jun 25, 2026
Fuel stations shut down in Aden amid severe shortage, power crisis
ADEN, June 25 (YPA) – Fuel stations across the city of Aden unexpectedly shut down on Thursday, triggering a sudden crisis after gasoline supplies were reported to have been completely depleted. Most gas stations in the city halted sales, leading to long queues of vehicles forming outside the few remaining operational outlets. The fuel shortage []
Meduza.io
· Jun 29, 2026
Some gas stations in Russia’s Novosibirsk region suspend fuel sales
Several gas stations in the Novosibirsk region have stopped selling fuel to individual customers, the Russian news outlet NGS reported, citing Denis Ryaguzov, the acting minister of industry, trade, and entrepreneurship development for the region.
Kyiv Post
· Jul 12, 2026
Ukrainian Forces Strike Syzran Oil Refinery, 10 Tankers and 4 Ferries
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed that defense forces struck the Syzran oil refinery in the Samara region, causing explosions and fires. The facility has an annual capacity of 8.5 million tons and supplies fuel to the Russian military. Additionally, Ukrainian forces struck 10 Russian tankers and four ferries in the Sea of Azov used for military logistics and sanction evasion. The military also confirmed a July 11 strike on a Russian fuel train near Tokmak, Zaporizhzhia region, and verified damage from a July 10 attack on the NOVATEK-Ust-Luga complex in the Leningrad region.
TASS
· Jul 7, 2026
Ukrainian army has no gas stations left on major routes in Sumy Region — security source
According to the source, this is confirmed by plans by regional Ukrainian authorities to ban the retail sale of gasoline starting July 10
Daily Post Nigeria
· Jul 4, 2026
Again, Nigerian filling stations reduce fuel price
Filling stations across the country have dropped fuel prices barely two days after Dangote Refinery reduced its rates. A market survey conducted by DAILY POST on Saturday showed that filling stations in Abuja and environs have adjusted their petrol prices. DAILY POST reports that this is the case with AA Rano, Ranoil, Nigerian Independent Petroleum [] Again, Nigerian filling stations reduce fuel price
Intel Slava
· Jul 4, 2026
[Video] 🇷🇺🇺🇦⚡️ — Another gas station in the nikolaev region has been hit.
— Another gas station in the nikolaev region has been hit.
Vanguard News
· Jul 9, 2026
Dangote effects another cut in petrol price
As diesel prices rises across major depots By Udeme Akpan The Dangote Petroleum Refinery on Wednesday trimmed its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, by ¦ 1 per litre, even as diesel prices climbed across several petroleum depots in Lagos, reflecting mixed trends in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum market. Meanwhile, the global [] The post Dangote effects another cut in petrol price appeared first on Vanguard News.
Iran Herald
· Jun 21, 2026
Russian Authorities Halt Fuel Sales In Occupied Crimea
Russian-installed authorities in occupied Crimea have suspended fuel sales to private individuals and businesses amid a severe fuel shortage and a weak tourist season, as Ukrainian drone strikes continue to disrupt Russia's oil and transport infrastructure.Sergei Aksyonov, the Russian-backed head of the peninsula, which Moscow illegally annexed from Ukraine in 2014, announced that as of June 21 gas stations in C
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jun 22, 2026
Russian defense ministry: Fuel depot serving Ukrainian forces destroyed in Zaporizhzhia
Russian defense ministry: Fuel depot serving Ukrainian forces destroyed in Zaporizhzhia
The Kyiv Independent
· Jul 12, 2026
Ukraine reportedly strikes Russian oil depot in Stavropol Krai
Ukraine struck an oil depot in the southern Russian city of Mikhailovsk, Stavropol Krai, overnight on July 13, monitoring channels reported.
Hot Air
· Jun 29, 2026
Another Russian Oil Refinery in Flames
Another Russian Oil Refinery in Flames
Al Jazeera English
· Jul 10, 2026
Ukrainian attacks cause chaos at fuel stations across Russia | AJ #shorts
Ukraine’s targeting of Russia’s major oil refineries has sparked a nationwide fuel shortage, causing fights and mile-long queues outside stations. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile
NL Times
Armed Russian ship previously docked in Rotterdam patrols Baltic Sea near NATO waters
A Russian liquefied natural gas carrier that previously docked in Rotterdam has been fitted with heavy machine guns and is now operating in the Baltic Sea waters near Estonia, Finland, and Lithuani
Ya Libnan
· Jun 21, 2026
Turning Point : Russia pauses fuel sales as Ukrainian strikes kill and wound dozens in Crimea
A massive Ukrainian barrage in Russian-occupied Crimea killed at least four people and wounded dozens, Moscow-backed authorities there said Sunday, adding that fuel sales at Crimean petrol stations were suspended. Ukraine said it targeted military and energy facilities in Crimea – Moscow’s key logistics base for its four-year military offensive – in one of the []
Splash247
· Jun 26, 2026
PSA and Logtainer move ahead with Padua intermodal terminal
PSA Intermodal Italy and Logtainer have signed a final agreement to manage the intermodal terminal at Interporto Padova, establishing a new operating company to strengthen Padua’s role in European inland logistics. The new company, PSA Padova, follows the tender award secured in December 2025 and will take over the management and development of the terminal.
Euromaidan Press
· Jun 30, 2026
Ukraine burned half of Russia’s oil refining, made Moscow’s diesel ban for three days, Ukrainian analyst says
Moscow weighs a diesel export ban next, then backs off
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...
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 10, 2026
Russia larang eksport diesel tangani krisis bahan api
MOSCOW: Russia mengharamkan eksport diesel dalam usaha menstabilkan krisis bekalan bahan api yang semakin memburuk susulan peningkatan serangan Ukraine terhadap infrastruktur tenaga negara itu. Langkah yang berkuat kuasa kelmarin dibuat selepas beberapa wilayah di Russia dilaporkan mengalami kekurangan bekalan bahan api. Lebih 90 peratus daripadanya berdepan catuan atau gangguan bekalan sejak Jun, menurut laporan media ... Read more The post Russia larang eksport diesel tangani krisis bahan api appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
Al Bawaba
· Jun 21, 2026
Russia suspends fuel sales to the public in occupied Crimea
ALBAWABA - Fuel sales to the general public are suspended in Russian-occupied Crimea, in Ukraine, the local Moscow-backed governor said on Sunday, as Kyiv stepped up strikes on Russian supply lines...
Legit.ng
· Jul 2, 2026
Revealed: Why MRS cut petrol prices after NNPC nationwide reduction
MRS filling stations cut petrol prices by N50 per litre, driven by NNPC's reductions and declining crude oil costs, providing relief for motorists in Nigeria.
Daily Express
· Jul 9, 2026
Panicking Putin makes dramatic move amid chronic fuel crisis - ‘in place until July 31’
Russia's oil industry has been targeted by Ukraine in a bid to destroy one of the Kremlin's main war revenue sources.
Tehran Times
· Jul 11, 2026
NIORDC announces issuance of 223 licenses, operation of 27 electric vehicle charging stations
TEHRAN- The CEO of the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company (NIORDC) said that since the beginning of the Iranian year 1404 (March 2025), 223 licenses have been issued by the company for the construction of electric vehicle charging stations at fuel supply stations, and 27 stations have been put into operation.
The Japan Times
· Jun 24, 2026
Russia’s gasoline crunch spreads after refinery attacks
On an almost daily basis, regional governors in Russia are being forced to limit sales of fuel at filling stations and to try to deter panic buying.
Brisbane Times
· Jul 5, 2026
Ukraine strikes St Petersburg oil terminal
Ukrainian drones have hit a major oil terminal deep in Russia.
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Related coverage for "SOCAR opens two new petrol stations in Romania": Caucasian Knot — The gasoline shortage and price difference have caused queues at gas stations in Chechnya.. Baltic News Network — Ukrainian drone strikes ignite another oil depot in Russia. Ukrainska Pravda — Russia plans to thin out fuel queues based on odd-even vehicle registration numbers. The Tico Times — Costa Rica’s Ethanol Gasoline Plan Faces New Delay. Yemen Press Agency — Fuel stations shut down in Aden amid severe shortage, power crisis. Meduza.io — Some gas stations in Russia’s Novosibirsk region suspend fuel sales. Kyiv Post — Ukrainian Forces Strike Syzran Oil Refinery, 10 Tankers and 4 Ferries. TASS — Ukrainian army has no gas stations left on major routes in Sumy Region — security source. Daily Post Nigeria — Again, Nigerian filling stations reduce fuel price. Intel Slava — [Video] 🇷🇺🇺🇦⚡️ — Another gas station in the nikolaev region has been hit.. Vanguard News — Dangote effects another cut in petrol price. Iran Herald — Russian Authorities Halt Fuel Sales In Occupied Crimea . Yemen News Agency - SABA — Russian defense ministry: Fuel depot serving Ukrainian forces destroyed in Zaporizhzhia. The Kyiv Independent — Ukraine reportedly strikes Russian oil depot in Stavropol Krai. Hot Air — Another Russian Oil Refinery in Flames. Al Jazeera English — Ukrainian attacks cause chaos at fuel stations across Russia | AJ #shorts. NL Times — Armed Russian ship previously docked in Rotterdam patrols Baltic Sea near NATO waters. Ya Libnan — Turning Point : Russia pauses fuel sales as Ukrainian strikes kill and wound dozens in Crimea. Splash247 — PSA and Logtainer move ahead with Padua intermodal terminal. Euromaidan Press — Ukraine burned half of Russia’s oil refining, made Moscow’s diesel ban for three days, Ukrainian analyst says. South China Morning Post — Russia’s diesel export ban deals fresh blow to strained energy market. Utusan Malaysia — Russia larang eksport diesel tangani krisis bahan api. Al Bawaba — Russia suspends fuel sales to the public in occupied Crimea. Legit.ng — Revealed: Why MRS cut petrol prices after NNPC nationwide reduction. Daily Express — Panicking Putin makes dramatic move amid chronic fuel crisis - ‘in place until July 31’. Tehran Times — NIORDC announces issuance of 223 licenses, operation of 27 electric vehicle charging stations. The Japan Times — Russia’s gasoline crunch spreads after refinery attacks . Brisbane Times — Ukraine strikes St Petersburg oil terminal


