Russia's fuel crisis intensifies as Ukraine steps up strikes on occupied territories
Summary
Ukraine has increased drone attacks on key roads and bridges in Russian-occupied Crimea and southern Ukraine. These strikes have caused fuel shortages and disrupted supply lines critical to both civilians and Russian forces in the region.Key Facts
- Ukraine has conducted about 300 drone strikes on trucks and tankers since early May, intensifying recently.
- The attacks target supply routes linking southern Russia to occupied Crimea, including roads through Mariupol.
- Crimea faces serious fuel shortages, with locals limited to buying only 20 liters of fuel using prepaid vouchers.
- Long lines and waits of up to 10 hours for fuel are reported at Crimean petrol stations.
- The Kerch Bridge, connecting Crimea to mainland Russia, is considered too risky for fuel transport due to threat of attacks.
- Sea resupply routes to Crimea are also unsafe after several ferries were disabled by Ukraine.
- Fuel shortages are affecting civilian transportation and Russian military operations in the occupied south.
- Local Crimean authorities set up a hotline to help stranded Russian tourists who cannot find fuel to leave.
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