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Russia offers drivers lower-quality gas as fuel shortages bite

Helen Wright
 07.08.2026, 15:56
Russia will reduce its fuel quality standards as part of an “anti-crisis measure” to combat shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks. SOURCE: Photo by Sefa Karacan/Anadolu via Getty Images
Russia will reduce its fuel quality standards as part of an “anti-crisis measure” to combat shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks. SOURCE: Photo by Sefa Karacan/Anadolu via Getty Images

The average price of gasoline has risen by over 17% since the start of the year.