For more than three years, the Kremlin has largely sought to downplay the impact of Ukraine's long-range strikes inside Russia. This week, however, President Vladimir Putin made a rare public admission that is difficult to ignore.
Speaking to senior officials and oil industry executives, Putin acknowledged that Ukraine's attacks are causing fuel shortages across parts of Russia, affecting motorists, businesses and even the country's agricultural sector. While he insisted the situation was 'not critical,' his own remarks painted a picture of a growing strain on Russia's fuel network.
