# Russian refineries allocate substantial funds to step up protection — deputy PM

https://mins.news/en/item/83430

- TASS, 2026-10-02 12:19 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://tass.com/economy/2196721

> Russian refineries are spending substantial sums to strengthen protection and carry out rapid repairs, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said. He said the measures reduce risks, support stable operations and help ease a fuel shortage. Novak added that companies have learned to restore refinery operations more quickly after attacks.

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