Russia’s Federal Anti-Monopoly Service (FAS) has begun coordinating with major e-commerce and digital classifieds platforms to block speculative resales of fuel.
The move marks a significant expansion of state oversight into the domestic energy market, targeting informal arbitrage channels that have emerged as official supply chains face mounting pressure.
Authorities are introducing a growing number of measures to stabilize domestic fuel availability and pricing.
By leveraging digital platforms, regulators aim to prevent traders from hoarding or reselling fuel at inflated prices, a practice that has become more prevalent amid logistical bottlenecks and export constraints.
The initiative reflects a broader strategy to tighten control over energy distribution within Russia.
This development occurs against a backdrop of intensifying international sanctions.