Russia eyes diesel export ban, fuel imports amid Ukrainian strikes; Crimea restricts public life

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Russia is considering a ban on diesel exports while facing fuel shortages, particularly in Crimea where public life restrictions have been imposed. President Vladimir Putin condemned recent Ukrainian strikes on civilian infrastructure as attempts to destabilize society.

MOSCOW, June 23 (Reuters) - Russia is considering a diesel export ban, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Tuesday, while a newspaper reported on possible fuel imports to tackle shortages, especially in Crimea, which tightened restrictions on public services and activities. Russian President Vladimir Putin also made his first comments about Ukraine's recent strikes on civilian infrastructure, including on Moscow's oil refinery, saying they were a ploy to destabilise society.