Crisis in Russia
Communist Tendency 14 July 2026
Over the past few weeks, we have seen a deepening crisis in Russia. Incessant Ukrainian drone and missile strikes on the Russian rear, particularly on oil refineries and other domestic infrastructure, are having a significant impact on the country's life.
We're currently experiencing a gasoline crisis. Up to three-quarters of gas stations (the figures vary by region) are closed, with gasoline simply not reaching them, while at the remaining stations, huge queues are forming. At some stations, the price of fuel has increased two- to threefold, which inevitably impacts the overall cost of all groceries and life in general.
Police, the National Guard, and even ultra-right vegetative members from the Russian Community have been deployed to man gas stations.
The authorities are trying to cope with the situation, but the public hasn't seen any positive progress yet—oil refineries are being attacked too frequently, and they simply aren't being repaired quickly enough. Unfortunately, there are civilian casualties, and the number is growing.
There are rumors circulating in society about a possible new wave of mobilization to the front this fall, after the State Duma elections on September 20.
Constant internet restrictions and blocking of social media, messaging apps, and entire platforms are also having a significant impact on public sentiment. Putin and his United Russia party's approval ratings are declining.
We call on all honest international socialists remaining in the country not to lose their steadfastness and to prepare for possible upcoming events.
We need to close ranks even more closely in the fight for democracy and socialism.
https://rcitrussia.org
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