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Russia May Keep Diesel Ban Through September as Fuel Worries Grow
RUSSIA, 25 August
By John_Doe
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An oil refinery at dusk with smoke rising from stacks.
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Reuters
A ban on exporting diesel could last until the end of September. The move comes as Ukraine hits Russian fuel sites and gas prices start to pinch.
Russia is thinking about keeping its ban on diesel exports in place until the end of September. This means they would keep their own fuel inside the country instead of selling it to others. There are a few reasons for this. First, Russia is feeling the heat from the war with Ukraine. Ukrainian forces have been attacking Russian fuel facilities. These attacks make it harder for Russia to produce and supply enough fuel for itself. Because of this, regular Russians are starting to feel the squeeze. There are reports of petrol shortages in some areas, and people are getting worried about price…