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Russia Seeks 50,000 Tons of Gasoline from Kazakhstan
Russia has asked Kazakhstan for 50,000 tons of gasoline after Ukrainian drone strikes damaged Russian refineries. Kazakhstan has not agreed to the request and has not rejected it.
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Russia has asked Kazakhstan to supply 50,000 tons of gasoline after Ukrainian drone strikes damaged Russian refineries and created domestic fuel shortages. The request was first reported by Reuters. Kazakhstan has not committed to the sale.
Background on the Shortage Ukrainian drone attacks in recent months have struck multiple Russian refineries. The strikes have reduced fuel output and produced long lines at gas stations inside Russia. A major Kazakh refinery is scheduled for maintenance from June 26 to June 30.
Kazakh oil exports moves through pipelines and ports in Russia. Kazakhstan has not said whether it will approve or decline the Russian request. The Reuters report noted that Kazakh officials appear concerned about possible effects on their own energy exports if they agree to supply Russia.
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