# Ukraine’s offensive against Russia causes petrol panic across Central Asia

https://mins.news/en/item/30408

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-24 10:11 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/24/ukraines-offensive-against-russia-causes-petrol-panic-across-central-asia?traffic_source=rss

> Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian refineries and fuel depots have contributed to shortages, long queues and rising prices in Russia. Drivers near Kazakhstan are crossing the border to refuel, while Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan—both reliant on Russian petrol—face shortages, restrictions and deeper energy problems.

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