In Sevastopol, gasoline sales restricted due to fuel shortages and rising prices
Kyiv • UNN
In Sevastopol, gasoline prices have risen sharply and sales limits of up to 20 liters have been introduced. The occupation authorities promise new fuel supplies on the evening of May 22.
In occupied Sevastopol, gasoline shortages and a sharp rise in fuel prices have been observed since the evening of May 21. Some gas stations have already introduced restrictions on gasoline sales, UNN reports with reference to "Crimea.Realities" and "Crimean Wind".
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According to Russian social media groups, fuel prices at gas stations have risen sharply.
Prices are skyrocketing. 100-octane gasoline has surpassed 100 rubles
The Telegram channel published photos from the "ATAN" and "TES" gas station chains, showing either the absence of certain fuel grades or a significant price increase.
The Russian deputy "head" of Sevastopol, Pavel Ieno, stated that one of the gas station chains has already restricted gasoline sales to no more than 20 liters per canister or vehicle.
According to him, this was done "to avoid artificial panic."
He also admitted that AI-92, AI-95 gasoline, and diesel fuel are available in the city "in small quantities," with new deliveries expected on the evening of May 22.
The Russian "head" of Sevastopol, Mikhail Razvozhayev, stated that the authorities are trying to "normalize the situation as soon as possible."
At the same time, fuel prices at gas stations continue to rise. As of May 22, gasoline was sold at ATAN stations at the following prices:
- AI-95 - 81.99 rubles;
- AI-92 - 75.99 rubles;
- AI-100 - 105 rubles.
For comparison, on May 19, prices were lower:
- AI-95 - 80.79 rubles;
- AI-92 - 74.79 rubles;
- AI-100 - 99 rubles.
According to social media reports, since the beginning of spring, gasoline in Crimea has increased in price by approximately 8.5%.