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October 1, 2026
Ukraine Intensifies Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries Amid Fuel Price Concerns
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed overnight strikes on oil facilities in Russia's Samara region.
- Trump has urged Ukraine to halt these attacks, linking them to a global diesel shortage and rising prices.
- Ukraine's strikes have reportedly reduced Russia's refining capacity by over 45%, impacting fuel availability.
- Russia extended its ban on diesel exports until the end of October, exacerbating the global supply crunch.
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- Ukraine persists with Russian oil refinery strikes, defying Trump on fuel price warningsOct 1, 2026 at 12:09 PM · The Guardian
- Ukraine will hit Russian refineries in response to Moscow's 'new doctrine' of airstrikesOct 3, 2026 at 4:11 PM · Reuters