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Russia has partially lifted its export ban on fuel following Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, though analysts doubt the country's ability to sustain significant exports. Shortages remain a concern as refinery operations continue to face disruption.
Why it matters
The stability of Russian fuel exports has global implications for energy prices and the ongoing economic impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Theo Leggett International business correspondent
There have been fuel shortages in Russia as a result of Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries
Russia introduced an export ban in July, following a series of attacks on its refineries by Ukrainian drones. This created shortages in refined products, so the supplies that were available were kept for domestic use.
The ban has now been partially lifted, with 500,000 tonnes to be made available immediately, and several million more in the coming months.
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