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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maira Butt

Why Putin is facing problems as Ukraine steps up attacks on Russia

  • Vladimir Putin admitted his forces have faced problems in the full-scale invasion of Ukraine and warned of fuel shortages.
  • The fuel shortages are due to Ukraine's growing attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, with drones striking two oil refineries.
  • Fires erupted at oil refineries in the southern Krasnodar region and the Yaroslavl region following the Ukrainian drone attacks.
  • Volodymyr Zelensky vowed to continue these strikes, stating they weaken Russia 's ability to wage war and are a step towards peace.
  • Zelensky called on Putin to withdraw from Ukraine and approved a 40-day offensive to influence Russia to end the conflict.

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