Putin makes rare admission of fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian strikes
The Russian president acknowledged Ukraine's attacks were "obviously creating problems" but denied the shortages were "critical".
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"You're well aware that problems persist for both motorists and businesses."
— Vladimir Putin , Politician
"We are currently seeing a certain shortage, but it's not critical."
— Vladimir Putin , Politician
"It is clear why this proposal is being made, because our counter-strikes deep into Ukrainian territory are much stronger, have greater impact and are, frankly, more destructive."
— Vladimir Putin , Politician
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The Russian president acknowledged Ukraine's attacks were "obviously creating problems" but denied the shortages were "critical".
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