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Russia Extends Diesel Export Ban Through October
oilprice.com · September 16, 2026 · Week 2026-38
Summary
Russia is extending its ban on diesel exports through October 31 to rebuild domestic fuel reserves ahead of winter, a decision compounded by Ukrainian drone strikes that have reduced refinery capacity. The move tightens global middle distillate markets, impacting major importers like Turkey and Brazil and contributing to price volatility in Europe and the Americas.
Strategic Implication
The extension of Russia's diesel export ban will tighten the global middle distillates market, likely increasing demand for diesel from GCC and North African refineries to fill the supply gap.