Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis

Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries have caused widespread fuel shortages and rationing across Russia. Despite President Putin's claims that the issues are temporary, citizens are facing long queues and rising prices.
Why it matters
The disruption of Russia's energy infrastructure marks a significant escalation in the war, directly impacting the domestic stability of a major global energy producer.
The lines are growing at Russian gas stations— and so is the frustration and uncertainty as several months of Ukrainian attacks have set oil refineries ablaze and choked supplies for motorists across the vast country.
The article reports on the conflict using observable events and quotes from both the government and citizens, maintaining a neutral, descriptive tone.
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