Ukrainian officials seek Elon Musk's approval to use Starlink-equipped drones against Russian missile launchers as intensified strikes hit oil facilities, sparking domestic fuel shortages and border alerts in Romania and Poland.
Russia is experiencing a worsening fuel crisis as drone strikes on oil refineries have crippled 54% of national refining capacity. With petrol available at only 28% of stations, the government has implemented rationing, price caps, and reauthorized lower-grade fuel.
Russian police are arresting citizens complaining of fuel shortages as Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries spark rationing, long queues, and fighting at petrol stations across at least 12 regions.
A Ukrainian drone attack on the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk killed 12 people and wounded 39 others, according to Tatarstan regional authorities.
Russian attacks on Kyiv and its region killed four, including a child, while Ukraine targeted a Russian oil refinery, exacerbating fuel shortages in Russia.
Cuba's UN envoy Ernesto Soberon Guzman stated that severe fuel shortages in Cuba are a direct consequence of a US executive order signed by President Donald Trump, warning that companies fear US sanctions.
Kumamoto, Japan, faces severe challenges post-magnitude 7.1 earthquake, including intense heat, water shortages, and debris. The death toll reached 38, with one heat-related death. Temporary housing construction began, but many remain in crowded shelters. A company is under scrutiny after two employees died returning to a collapsed mall.
Cuba's national electricity grid has collapsed, causing a widespread blackout across the island. The state-run Electric Union announced the failure, which follows previous outages due to damaged infrastructure and fuel shortages, impacting essential services and households.
Russians are increasingly converting their cars to run on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) due to nationwide fuel shortages, escalating petrol prices, and long queues at filling stations. These issues are exacerbated by Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, leading to a surge in demand for LPG conversion services.
Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak stated that regions dependent on northern deliveries need special attention due to the current fuel situation. Decisions regarding fuel supplies to these remote territories must be made quickly, considering their unique transport and infrastructure challenges.
Ukraine has struck 12 Russian oil tankers in the Sea of Azov, impacting fuel supplies for Russian troops and energy exports. Meanwhile, the US has licensed Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, drawing condemnation from Moscow. Russia has banned diesel exports to address domestic shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on oil facilities.
Ukraine has struck 12 Russian oil tankers in the Sea of Azov, disrupting fuel supplies crucial for Russia's war effort. Meanwhile, former US President Trump announced a license for Ukraine to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, drawing criticism from Moscow. Russian-occupied Crimea faces severe fuel shortages, with prices surging.
Russia has banned diesel exports to stabilize its domestic market following Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, which have caused gasoline shortages and price spikes. Meanwhile, Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least three in Kyiv and four in Odesa.
Ukrainian drones have conducted long-range attacks on Russia's largest oil refineries, including Omsk, NORSI, and others across Siberia and European Russia. These strikes are reportedly intensifying fuel shortages, leading to price hikes and queues at petrol stations.
Russians are increasingly converting their vehicles to run on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) due to widespread fuel shortages, rising petrol prices, and long queues at gas stations, largely attributed to Ukrainian attacks on refineries. Demand for LPG conversion services has surged, with companies reporting significant waiting lists.
Russians are rapidly converting their cars to run on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) due to widespread fuel shortages, escalating petrol prices, and long queues at gas stations, largely attributed to Ukrainian attacks on refineries. Demand for LPG conversion services has surged, with companies reporting extensive waiting lists.
Ukrainian drones have conducted long-range attacks on Russia's largest oil refineries, including Omsk, intensifying fuel shortages, rising prices, and causing queues at petrol stations across numerous regions.
Ukraine's drone forces reported striking eight Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers in the Sea of Azov overnight, disrupting fuel deliveries to Crimea. The strikes aim to hinder Russian military logistics by complicating fuel and ammunition supply lines.
Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil infrastructure have led to significant fuel shortages across Russia, impacting daily life and the economy. The crisis, visible even in Moscow, is straining public patience and affecting logistics and transportation.
Cuba's national power grid collapsed Monday, plunging around 10 million people into darkness. The nationwide blackout exacerbates the island's ongoing energy crisis, marked by frequent outages due to aging infrastructure and fuel shortages, with the government blaming US sanctions.
Kyiv experienced its worst Russian attack in over four years, with 21 killed and dozens injured by nearly 500 drones and over 70 missiles. Residential buildings and infrastructure were hit, prompting a day of mourning. President Zelenskyy reiterated calls for air defense aid.
Kyiv experienced its worst Russian attack in over four years, with 21 killed and dozens injured. Russia launched nearly 500 drones and over 70 missiles, hitting residential buildings and infrastructure. President Zelenskyy urged allies for more air defense, stating Ukraine fights alone.
Kyiv suffered a massive Russian drone and missile attack overnight, resulting in at least 20 deaths and dozens of injuries. Residential buildings and a hotel were hit, with emergency services reporting 86 injured. Ukraine's foreign minister condemned the strikes as immoral retaliation, while Kyiv's mayor declared Friday a day of mourning.
Kyiv suffered a massive overnight drone and missile attack from Russia, resulting in at least 13 deaths and 86 injuries. Residential buildings and a hotel were hit, with emergency services reporting collapsed floors in an apartment block. The strikes follow recent Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries.
