Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries have led to widespread fuel shortages and rationing across Russia, causing frustration among motorists and impacting the agricultural sector. President Putin acknowledged the "temporary" issues, but analysts suggest repairs will take months, prolonging the crisis.
Polish PM Donald Tusk cautioned against a political conflict with Ukraine, calling it a strategic mistake. This follows Poland revoking Zelenskyy's top honor after he supported renaming a unit after nationalists who massacred Poles in WWII. Meanwhile, Ukraine's attacks on Russian fuel supplies in Crimea have led to civilian gas sales suspension.
Australian government documents reveal plans for retail fuel rationing, including a "maximum transaction value per vehicle per day," as a worst-case scenario. This comes amid warnings from the International Energy Agency about dwindling global oil stocks.
