World’s second-largest oil exporter, Russia has banned gasoline exports
This will come to reality beginning from March 1 for six months.
It has been approved by PM Mishustin.
This aims to stabilize prices amid rising demand and allow refinery maintenance.
The ban, backed by Deputy PM Novak, addresses domestic price concerns before the March 15-17 presidential election.
Russian refineries faced Ukrainian drone attacks, part of ongoing conflicts disrupting energy infrastructure.
