Russia fuel crisis: second wave of gasoline price hikes exceeds first peak

A second wave of gasoline price increases is underway in Russia, with AI-92 and AI-95 prices surpassing the first wave's peak, per Rosstat data. The Caucasus and Tyumen region see the steepest rises, with Dagestan up over 33% in four weeks. This suggests persistent domestic fuel supply issues despite earlier easing, potentially straining regional economies and public sentiment.