Gas stations in Russian-occupied Crimea have been ordered to suspend sales of fuel to civilians effective June 21, 2026, following increased Ukrainian drone strikes targeting energy infrastructure in the region. Sergey Aksyonov, the Russian-appointed governor of Crimea, announced in a video address that fuel will only be available to state services responsible for essential activities and security. This decision follows overnight strikes by Ukraine on oil infrastructure in Crimea. Ukrainian military strategy has increasingly focused on drone strikes against Russian energy facilities to disrupt supply chains and reduce Russia's military capabilities. Recent attacks have included strikes on fuel transit terminals and port infrastructure in the Kerch Strait area, which is crucial for logistics to Crimea. Additionally, Ukraine has intensified its long-range air campaign, with significant drone attacks reported in Moscow and other Russian cities.
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Crimea Suspends Gas Sales to Civilians Amid Increased Ukrainian Drone Strikes
On June 21, 2026, gas sales to civilians in Russian-occupied Crimea were suspended due to increased Ukrainian drone strikes on energy infrastructure. The governor of Crimea stated that fuel would only be available for state services. This action is part of Ukraine's broader military strategy to disrupt Russian supply chains.
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Russian-occupied Crimea completely suspends gas sales to civilians as Ukrainian drone strikes squeeze peninsula
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Crimea Suspends Gas Sales to Civilians Amid Increased Ukrainian Drone Strikes