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Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis
By Dasha Litvinova, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 1, 2026
· 6 min read
The lines are growing at Russian gas stations -- and so is the frustration and uncertainty as several months of Ukrainian attacks have set oil refineries ablaze and choked supplies for motorists across the vast country.Fuel rationing has been introduced in many regions, with hourslong queues of c...
Key takeaway The fuel crisis — unprecedented for a nation that is one of the world's biggest energy producers — has brought Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine home to ordinary Russians like few other events in the war, now in its fifth year.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio 's own refineries and energy infrastructure may seem far removed from the conflict in Russia and Ukraine, but the ripple effects of global fuel shortages can have a tangible impact on local commuters and businesses. As Russia's fuel crisis deepens, it's likely that global energy markets will feel the strain, potentially leading to increased prices at the pump for San Antonio drivers. This could be particularly felt in the city's sprawling suburbs and commercial districts, where transportation costs are already a significant factor in the local economy. Furthermore, San Antonio's role as a major transportation hub, with several key highways and interstates passing through the city, means that any disruptions to fuel supplies could have a disproportionate impact on the local logistics and trucking industries. As the situation in Russia continues to unfold, San Antonio residents and business owners would do well to keep a close eye on developments and their potential effects on the local economy.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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