Russia sees modest oil output decline by end-2026, exports stable, Novak says

Novak: Russia's oil output to dip slightly by end-2026 on refinery maintenance, exports stable.

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Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on 2026-09-03 that Russia's oil production will see a modest decline by the end of 2026 compared with forecast figures. ^[1] Igor Ananskiy, the first deputy head of the State Duma's Committee on Energy, stated on 2026-04-12 that the situation with gasoline in Russia should improve within a couple of weeks. ^[2] Alexander Novak said on 2026-09-03 that Russian oil exports remain stable. ^[3] Igor Ananskiy explained that while exact timelines are difficult to predict due to fluctuating conditions, the completion of planned summer repairs at oil refineries is a confirmed fact. ^[4] Russia is negotiating for fuel purchases in other countries to balance the market alongside increased production and imports. ^[5]

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Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on 2026-09-03 that Russia's oil production will see a modest decline by the end of 2026 compared with forecast figures. · TASS

Igor Ananskiy, the first deputy head of the State Duma's Committee on Energy, stated on 2026-04-12 that the situation with gasoline in Russia should improve within a couple of weeks. ·

Lenta.ruRussia

Alexander Novak said on 2026-09-03 that Russian oil exports remain stable. · TASS

Igor Ananskiy explained that while exact timelines are difficult to predict due to fluctuating conditions, the completion of planned summer repairs at oil refineries is a confirmed fact. ·

Lenta.ruRussia

Russia is negotiating for fuel purchases in other countries to balance the market alongside increased production and imports. ·

Lenta.ruRussia

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