Fuel Crisis in Krasnodar and Sevastopol
On June 7, 2026, a severe fuel shortage hit Krasnodar, leading to mile-long lines at gas stations and a scarcity of gasoline. Meanwhile, in occupied Sevastopol, authorities introduced QR-code-based restrictions on fuel purchases. These two events highlight a worsening fuel access crisis across the region, which has faced similar disruptions in the past.
Situation in Krasnodar and Sevastopol
Drivers in Krasnodar are grappling with a gasoline deficit, resulting in long queues at filling stations. Supplies of AI-92 and AI-95 gasoline have either run out or are being dispensed with limits, sparking widespread frustration among motorists.
In occupied Sevastopol, so-called governor Mikhail Razvozhayev announced purchase caps enforced through QR codes. The first batch of codes was snapped up by drivers in under an hour, underscoring soaring demand for fuel. Each driver is allowed to buy up to 20 liters, and a single QR code can only be used once every seven days.
These developments in Krasnodar and Sevastopol signal serious difficulties in securing fuel supplies for the region. Krasnodar appears to be following the pattern seen in temporarily occupied Crimea, where similar access problems emerged earlier. The news was reported by the outlet Glavkom.
The fuel situation in Krasnodar and Sevastopol underscores a growing supply crisis that could hurt the local economy and disrupt daily life for residents. Given Crimea's history of such shortages, experts warn of further escalation unless measures are taken to stabilize the fuel market.
The ongoing fuel shortages in Krasnodar and Sevastopol are reminiscent of the recent purchase restrictions on essential goods in Crimea, where authorities have also implemented limits on basic necessities like cooking oil and pasta. This pattern of rationing raises concerns about the potential for similar measures to be adopted in these regions, further straining local economies and daily life for residents.