Russia's government is prioritising fuel supplies for vehicles delivering food to major retail chains as the country grapples with nationwide fuel shortages caused by repeated Ukrainian drone attacks on its energy infrastructure.
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said the government had discussed giving priority access to fuel for food deliveries to help prevent spoilage and avoid higher transport costs that could push up consumer prices.
Authorities usually issue fuel cards that allow approved drivers to refuel during periods of restricted supply.
The government task force also discussed ensuring diesel supplies for the agricultural sector as Russia seeks to ease pressure on fuel distribution.
The shortages have worsened after repeated Ukrainian strikes disrupted operations at several major oil refineries.
According to two industry sources and Reuters calculations, Russian gasoline production has fallen to around 65% of the country's seasonal average consumption.
Russia's central bank has warned that lower fuel production is expected to weigh on economic growth in the second quarter of 2026.
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