Russia has imposed a complete ban on aviation fuel exports, effective immediately through November 30, 2026. It’s the first time in the country’s history that jet fuel shipments abroad have been entirely prohibited.
The move comes as Russian crude-processing rates have fallen to their lowest point in over 16 years, a direct consequence of sustained Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries and energy infrastructure across the country.
What’s actually happening
The ban, announced on June 1, 2026, halts rail shipments of jet fuel that were predominantly headed to Central Asian nations. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan were the primary recipients of these exports.
Russian government officials framed the decision as a stability measure for the domestic fuel market.
