Ukraine's strikes on Russian refineries create a 'scissors effect' on Moscow's budget

Geoeconomics expert Oleg Sarkits told Onet that Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries have caused damage that will take years — not weeks — to repair. He warns that once destruction reaches 60% of refining capacity, Russia will face a critical budget crisis. A "scissors effect" is emerging: war spending must stay high while oil export revenues fall, squeezing Moscow's finances.