No fuel for sale as Ukraine's blockade of Russian-occupied Crimea takes effect
Summary
Fuel sales to the public have stopped in Crimea, a region controlled by Russia but internationally recognized as part of Ukraine, due to a decree by Russian-installed authorities. This follows Ukraine's attacks on bridges and oil facilities, causing fuel shortages, power cuts, and restrictions on daily life in Crimea.Key Facts
- Russian-installed leader Sergei Aksyonov ordered all fuel sales to the public in Crimea to stop, reserving fuel mainly for government use.
- Crimea has faced power blackouts and fuel shortages, leading many residents to reduce car use or buy generators they cannot fuel.
- Ukraine has targeted key bridges linking Crimea with occupied areas and Russia, damaging supply routes.
- Satellite images show Russia installed temporary pontoon bridges, causing vehicle traffic jams that Ukraine has further attacked.
- Fuel prices in Crimea have risen sharply, with residents paying about 50% more than average Russian petrol prices before sales were halted.
- Shops report panic buying and shortages of everyday items like sugar.
- Public transport, shops, and cafes have limited operating hours, and street lights have been turned off at night in parts of Crimea.
- Children's summer camps popular with Russian visitors have been closed, and some trains transporting children to these camps were stopped partway.
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