Russia faces unexpected fuel shortage despite being an oil-rich nation

Russia, the world's top oil exporter, faces fuel shortages in several regions.

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Queues, fights, and regulation by local militias highlight a logistical and economic crisis.

Authorities downplay the situation, but citizens fear supply disruptions.

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