Russia's Perm oil refinery has suspended production following an August 21 aerial assault. Industry sources verified the stoppage to Marine News Magazine and Arab News PK. Separate refinery developments show billion-dollar fuel ventures highlighting persistent regional tensions across East Africa, according to reporting by The Conversation.
Australia's ageing oil refineries continue driving current national fuel security debates, as noted by the Herald Sun. Energy company Ampol noted a sluggish oil market rebound despite recording strong first-half earnings, according to Quantum Commodity Intelligence.