Russia fuel crisis spills over to Central Asia as drone strikes bite
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Source: Nikkei Asia
Published: 2026-07-09 11:34 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Transport, Europe, Military & Defence, Ukraine/Russia, Energy, Business & Economy, War & Conflict, Asia Pacific
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As Russia tightens energy exports after Ukrainian drone strikes on its refineries, Kyrgyzstan is facing shortages of premium-grade gasoline, with consumers now turning to standard grade. (Photo by Ilkham Umarakhunov)
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