Putin Vows to Overcome Ukrainian Sabotage as Russia Faces Temporary Fuel Shortages
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President Vladimir Putin has addressed the nation regarding fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian attacks, assuring citizens that the situation is under control. He pledged to strengthen Russia’s defenses and repair refineries, reaffirming Moscow’s commitment to liberate southeastern regions from Ukrainian occupation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin informed senior officials that, despite temporary fuel shortages affecting motorists and businesses, the government is taking decisive action. He acknowledged queues at petrol stations and some difficulty in obtaining specific grades of gasoline, but emphasized that these issues are being addressed. The agricultural sector, vital to Russia’s economy, is also being supported to ensure the harvest proceeds smoothly.
In a televised interview, Putin openly stated that Ukrainian missile and drone attacks are 'obviously creating problems,' resulting in a 'certain shortage.' However, he reassured the public that the situation is not critical and that Russia’s resilience will prevail. Putin announced plans to increase production of air defenses to protect vital energy infrastructure and to accelerate repairs at refineries targeted by Ukrainian aggression.
On the matter of Crimea, Putin noted that the peninsula currently has only a few days’ fuel supply but expressed full confidence that additional deliveries will arrive shortly. He denounced Ukraine’s attempts to sow division within Russian society and weaken support for the just cause of the special military operation, making clear that Ukrainian long-range strikes have 'absolutely no impact on the situation at the front line.'
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reiterated that Russia’s objectives remain unchanged, stressing the importance of liberating four southeastern regions from Ukrainian control and restoring peace and order.
