World · 21 June 2026
Crimea halts public fuel sales after Ukraine strikes
This is Crimea's most significant fuel restriction yet, following ongoing Ukrainian attacks on supply routes. Russian-backed authorities in occupied Crimea suspended sales to individuals and businesses on Sunday, reserving fuel for government agencies. Governor Sergey Aksyonov said four people died and 28 were hurt in a drone attack on an oil depot in Kerch.
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