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Russia's 'New Doctrine' Meets Ukraine's Oil Strategy: The Escalation Dilemma

IN · 2026-10-04

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Key takeaway

Ukraine vows to intensify strikes on Russian oil refineries, threatening global refined fuel supply.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerUkraine intensifies strikes on Russian oil refineries, reducing Russian refining capacity and crude processing volumes.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onReduced Russian refined product output tightens global diesel and jet fuel supply, pushing refined product prices higher.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onHigher global fuel prices raise freight and logistics costs for Indian importers and exporters.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youIndian SMEs face increased operating costs, squeezing margins unless they can pass costs to customers.

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Source: IN:NDTV Profit

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