The Russian Ministry of Energy has acknowledged the suspension of fuel production at several oil refineries and stated that it is searching for a solution to the problem. This comes against the backdrop of increased reports of drone strikes on oil refineries in various regions, reports Interfax.
The attacks by drones on the oil refineries, including explosions at the facilities, are not directly mentioned in the Russian press but are referred to as "incidents."
In a statement to the media, Russian Energy Minister Nikolai Shulginov discussed actions to prevent fuel shortages "after incidents at several oil refineries."
According to him, the ministry is currently discussing with oil companies the "possibility of increasing fuel production at oil refineries where production has not been stopped, as well as the possibility of adjusting the schedule of planned repairs."
Shulginov assured that "there is potential to increase fuel output at oil refineries where production has not been suspended."
"We are discussing with companies adjustments to the schedule of planned repairs at oil refineries in connection with incidents at several plants," said the head of the Russian Ministry of Energy.
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Additionally, he stated that additional measures for "stable fuel supply" include increasing motor fuel production and lifting logistical restrictions.
The Russian minister forecasted that the volume of oil refining in the aggressor country would remain at a level close to that of the previous year, which is around 275 million tons.
Previously, it was reported that since January, Ukraine has intensified attacks on Russian oil infrastructure, striking major oil refineries to undermine the Russian army's supply.
The Insider publication calculated that in 2024, there were 15 drone attacks on 13 oil refineries in nine regions of Russia. Significant damage was inflicted on eight facilities.
