Russian occupying administration explains why Crimea petrol stations lack fuel

Fuel shortages in Crimea have arisen due to a decline in production at Russia’s oil refineries.

Source: Sergei Aksyonov, the Russian-appointed puppet leader of occupied Crimea 

Quote: "All necessary measures are being taken. Within two days, petrol stations are expected to be supplied with the required volume of AI-95 petrol. Within two weeks, the issue of the availability of AI-92 petrol will be resolved." 

Details: Aksyonov asked residents of Crimea and visitors to the peninsula to "be patient".

Background: 

• Ukrainian intelligence reports indicate that 20 regions of Russia and temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine are experiencing fuel shortages. Meanwhile, fuel prices are rising across the country. 
• Since 24 September, all grades of petrol, including the most expensive A100, have completely disappeared from petrol stations in annexed Crimea.

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