Explainer: Oil and gas shortage in Russia sitting on fuel treasury! One has to stand in line for 18-18 hours, know the reason behind this

Russia Oil Crisis: Russia and Ukraine have been fighting each other for the last five years. Meanwhile, a report related to this war has come out which has attracted the attention of the whole world. The report claims that Russia is buying oil in large quantities. In such a situation, people have been forced to think why the world’s largest oil producing country is importing oil itself?

According to the report, Russia is currently struggling with oil shortage. The situation has become so bad that in many areas people are getting only limited quantity of fuel. In such a situation, the question arises that what happened to Russia, which used to sell oil to the whole world till yesterday, that it is forced to buy oil today? What is the role of America-Iran war in this?

Ukraine destroyed the refinery

The report claims that the biggest reason behind the fuel crisis in Russia is the continuous drone attacks from Ukraine. According to the information, Ukraine has been continuously targeting Russia’s oil refineries and oil storage centers through drone attacks since March 2026. Due to Ukraine attacks, more than half of Russia’s refineries have either been closed or their production capacity has declined. Russia has suffered huge economic losses due to this.

Ukraine attacks Russian oil refinery (AI generated image)

According to reports, 8 of Russia’s 10 largest refineries have been attacked. Recently on July 4, Ukraine carried out a drone attack on a large refinery located in St. Petersburg, Russia. This refinery produces about 12.5 million tonnes of petroleum products every year. Due to continuous attacks, Russia’s total oil refining capacity has declined by about 42.7 percent.

What is the role of America-Iran war?

It has been said in the report that America-Iran war also has a role in this situation of Russia. In fact, during the war against America and Israel, Iran not only attacked their military bases but also attacked oil refineries in the countries of the Middle East. As a result, there was an oil crisis all over the world. Apart from this, a large part of the income of the countries of the Middle East, which are also America’s allies, comes from selling oil. In such a situation, these countries not only put pressure on America to stop the war. Also, American President Donald Trump was almost forced to compromise with Iran.

Ukraine is also adopting the same strategy of Iran against Russia. Because Ukraine knows that it is impossible to defeat Russia in a one-on-one fight. Also, Russia cannot be forced to compromise as long as it is economically strong. In such a situation, Ukraine is attacking Russia’s oil refineries like Iran. So that Russian President Vladimir Putin can be forced to compromise.

Why is Russia not able to stop drone attacks?

Russia failed to stop Ukraine attacks (AI generated image)

Many people have a question in their minds as to why a military superpower like Russia is not succeeding in stopping Ukraine’s drone attacks. Many reasons account for this.

Cheap and modern drones of Ukraine: Many of Ukraine’s drones are relatively low-cost and fly at very low altitudes above the ground. For this reason, Russia’s expensive air defense systems, such as the S-400, cannot detect them in time.

The vast territory of Russia is: Being the largest country in the world, it is not easy to protect every refinery, oil depot and energy center. It is not possible to deploy air defense systems everywhere.

Western sanctions: Due to these sanctions, Russia is not able to get many important foreign machines and equipment, which are needed to repair the refineries. Therefore, it is becoming difficult to repair damaged plants quickly.

Impact started becoming visible on common people

The impact of the damage to the refineries is now clearly visible on the people of Russia. Limits have been imposed on the sale of petrol and diesel in more than 55 out of 83 areas of the country. In many cities, long queues are forming outside petrol pumps. In some areas, people are allowed to buy only 20 to 30 liters of petrol. Whereas in areas like Siberia, only a maximum of 40 liters of petrol is being given.

Long lines for Iran in Russia (AI generated image)

The impact of fuel shortage is not limited to private vehicles only. Public transport has become expensive and essential services like garbage collection have also been affected in many places. Due to this, the everyday life of common people is becoming difficult.

How much economic loss did Russia suffer?

Russia is suffering huge economic losses due to drone attacks and reduction in production. From August 2025 till now, Russia is estimated to suffer a loss of about 13.5 billion dollars. With this, the total oil production of the country has decreased by about 25 percent as compared to last year. Russia’s economy depends largely on oil and gas exports. Therefore, this decline in production has become a big challenge for both government income and energy business.

Russia preparing to buy oil from other countries

The fuel crisis in Russia has increased so much that the Kremlin has now made preparations to import petrol from other countries. This situation is being seen for the first time in the last several decades. Russia is buying about 1.5 lakh metric tons of petrol every month from its neighboring country Belarus. Apart from this, an agreement has also been made with Kazakhstan regarding fuel supply.

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India’s name has also come up in this matter. According to reports, Indian company Nayara Energy sent two tankers carrying 60,000 metric tons of petrol to Russia on July 1. However, the Indian government says that India is not selling petrol directly to Russia. If Indian fuel is reaching Russia, it may be through international traders.