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Russia faces another 'black August' with political and social crises

4 sourcesPublished 23/08/2026, 17:54 · Updated 25/08/2026, 19:00

Russia is experiencing another 'black August' marked by political and social crises. There is a fuel shortage, long queues at petrol stations, and reports of a potential new wave of mobilisation. President Vladimir Putin has publicly acknowledged the fuel issues in the country.

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2026
fuel shortage in Russia
long queues at petrol stations
potential new wave of mobilisation
fuel problems

Russia · Vladimir Putin · the Kremlin

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