Russia is facing a worsening domestic fuel shortage as attacks on its energy infrastructure intensify, according to reports from German business media.
The crisis, initially dismissed as a localized issue, has now spread across the country, with visible disruptions at major facilities including the Kapotnya refinery in Moscow.
Thick smoke from the site underscores the severity of the damage and the growing vulnerability of Russia's internal supply chain.
The disruption highlights the tangible economic impact of the war on Russia's home front.
Recent reporting indicates that the Russian economy is grappling with tax shocks, rising food prices, and a struggling service sector.
The fuel crisis adds another dimension to these pressures, potentially constraining industrial output and transportation logistics within the world's largest oil exporter.