Russia Aims to Ease Fuel Production Constraints Following Attacks

Russia is increasing fuel production and eliminating logistics constraints following oil refinery attacks by Ukrainian drones in recent weeks according to Energy Minister Nikolai Shulgino.

• "The situation on the domestic market is under constant control. Due to the incidents at oil refineries, a set of measures is being taken - increase of production and elimination of logistical constraints," Shulginov said at a meeting of the State Duma Energy Committee.
• The Energy Ministry said on March 13 that "measures are being taken to ensure the necessary utilization of oil refining capacity simultaneously with the coordination of the actions of oil companies and Russian Railways."
• Russian authorities were yesterday reported to be exploring surface to air defence systems to try and protect refineries against Ukrainian aerial attacks.