Putin says Ukraine’s waiting game won’t work, while Russians wait in line for hours for gas
Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed the impact of Ukrainian strikes on oil refineries, claiming the Russian energy sector remains resilient. Despite his assurances, reports indicate that fuel shortages have led to long queues at gas stations across Russia.
Why it matters
The fuel crisis highlights the tangible economic impact of the ongoing war on the Russian domestic population and the effectiveness of Ukraine's strategic targeting of energy infrastructure.
Putin says Ukraine’s waiting game won’t work, while Russians wait in line for hours for gas July 8, 2026, 4:45 pm Source: Interfax Russian President Vladimir Putin said Ukraine is striking Russia’s oil refineries to create what he called a “nervous atmosphere” in the country.
The article reports on Putin's statements while providing necessary context about the actual fuel shortages, maintaining a balanced journalistic approach.
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