Ukraine’s drone campaign has now forced limits on gasoline purchases across 53 regions of Russia Fifty-three Russian regions, including annexed Ukrainian territories, have imposed fuel purchase limits on private vehicles due to widespread fuel problems. These measures range from 50-liter limits to full tank limits, with 11 more regions reporting shortages at gas stations. Russia’s oil production dropped to a one-year low in May 2026, significantly impacted by Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries and fuel depots.

• 53 Russian regions and annexed Ukrainian territories have imposed fuel purchase limits.
• Limits include 50 liters or one full tank for private vehicles.
• 11 additional regions are experiencing fuel shortages without imposed limits.
• Russia’s oil production fell to a one-year low in May 2026.
• Ukrainian drone strikes have targeted Russian oil refineries and fuel depots, causing operational impacts.