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EPISODE · Jul 5, 2026 · 4 MIN

Russia forced to import fuel amid ongoing oil refinery drone attacks

from This Week · host RTÉ Radio 1

The Ukrainian armed forces have continued persistent drone strikes on oil refineries inside Russia, leading to fuel shortages and queues at forecourts across the country. Russia has been forced to import fuel to try and counter the problem and ease mounting public anger. Paul spoke about the situation with Moscow-based Correspondent Fred Weir.

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