Russia has reintroduced restrictions on fuel sales in at least six regions amid fresh Ukrainian strikes on its oil infrastructure.

Officials reported shortages returning after attacks hit at least eight major refineries in recent days. The latest strike targeted the Kirishi facility southeast of St. Petersburg, which ranks as Russia's second-largest refinery.

Karelia region head Artur Parfenchikov announced caps of 30 liters for gasoline and 50 liters for diesel at highway stations on Sunday. Sales of fuel in canisters were suspended. Similar limits have appeared in Nizhny Novgorod, Arkhangelsk, Penza, and Krasnoyarsk regions.

Rosneft stations in additional areas including Novosibirsk and Buryatia also face purchase restrictions. Leningrad region authorities recommended comparable caps.

These measures echo restrictions imposed earlier this year during an initial wave of Ukrainian drone strikes that damaged refinery capacity and coincided with seasonal demand peaks. Russia responded then with export bans on gasoline and diesel to prioritize domestic supply.

The renewed pressure comes as Moscow navigates ongoing energy market challenges tied to the conflict. Ukrainian forces have struck numerous Russian refineries throughout 2026, reducing output and prompting repeated government interventions to stabilize local markets.

Regional governors described the steps as necessary to prevent longer queues and maintain order at filling stations. Motorists in affected areas now face limits that could extend wait times if shortages persist.