Alexander Novakzayavil
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Alexander Novak, a Russian vice-premier, has publicly addressed fuel supply issues in Russia, attributing shortages to artificial demand surges and logistical disruptions caused by Ukrainian military strikes on key transport routes. He stated that sufficient domestic fuel reserves exist to meet internal market needs and mentioned government measures to stabilize the situation, including potential fuel imports. Novak also discussed state compensation mechanisms for oil companies related to price differences between domestic and international markets.
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