Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said during a government meeting broadcast on television that the country imposed a ban on diesel exports on Wednesday and will begin importing fuel in July, as part of measures aimed at addressing widespread supply problems for gasoline and diesel.

Novak added: 'Today, a ban on the export of diesel fuel was imposed, which will allow an increase in supply on the domestic market,' acknowledging concerns about shortages at gas stations.

On June 23, the Russian daily Vedomosti reported, citing two unnamed sources, that Moscow is considering importing fuel to mitigate the consequences of gasoline and diesel supply disruptions caused by Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries, while Crimea tightened restrictions on public services and activities.

Commenting on the latest Ukrainian attacks on civilian infrastructure, including an oil refinery in Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin said they are a plot to destabilize society and called on the government to take additional measures to mitigate the consequences of those attacks.

Reports from various regions across Russia, the world's third-largest crude oil producer, indicated restrictions on fuel sales, rising prices for petroleum products, and long lines at gas stations.

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