Putin Admits Fuel Shortages Caused by Ukrainian Attacks on Russian Infrastructure
Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged fuel shortages in Russia due to Ukrainian attacks on energy infrastructure. The attacks, which Ukraine claims are retribution for Russia's actions in 2022, are causing 'obvious' but not critical problems. Putin's admission comes as Ukraine intensifies strikes on Russian energy sites.
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Russian president says Ukraine’s attacks on infrastructure are causing ‘obvious’ but not critical problems The Russian president, Vladimir Putin, acknowledged that the country was suffering from “a certain shortage” of fuel in an interview published by the Kremlin on Sunday, after repeated Ukrainian strikes in their four-year war. Kyiv calls the attacks fair retribution for Russia’s near-daily barrages on Ukrainian civilians and energy infrastructure since its February 2022 offensive. Continue reading...
Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged what outside experts, many regional officials, and everyday citizens have already noticed: Russia is facing energy shortages, causing major problems for citizens and industries.