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Ukrainian attacks prompt Russian-held Crimea to halt civilian gasoline sales
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 21, 2026
· 1 min read
Officials in Russia-occupied Crimea suspended civilian gasoline sales Sunday as Ukraine ramped up attacks on fuel supplies on the Black Sea peninsula.Gov. Sergey Aksyonov, the Kremlin-appointed head o Crimea, said that overnight Ukrainian strikes killed four people and wounded 28 others. He did n...
Key takeaway Sergey Aksyonov, the Kremlin-appointed head o Crimea, said that overnight Ukrainian strikes killed four people and wounded 28 others.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The situation in Crimea has significant implications for San Antonio 's own energy security, given the city's role as a major refining and distribution hub. As global energy markets react to the conflict, local fuel prices may be affected, potentially impacting commuters and businesses in the San Antonio area. The city's refineries, which supply fuel to a large portion of the southern United States, may need to adjust their operations in response to changing global demand and supply chains. Additionally, the crisis in Crimea may lead to increased scrutiny of energy infrastructure security in San Antonio, highlighting the need for robust protection measures to prevent similar disruptions. As the conflict continues to unfold, San Antonio residents and businesses should be aware of the potential for price fluctuations and supply chain disruptions, and plan accordingly.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Officials in Russia-occupied Crimea suspended civilian gasoline sales Sunday as Ukraine ramped up attacks on fuel supplies on the Black Sea peninsula.Gov. Sergey Aksyonov, the Kremlin-appointed head o Crimea, said that overnight Ukrainian strikes killed four people and wounded 28 others. He did n...
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