Comment: The outlet referred to, RBK, is a media company. The Wiki writes:
"The paper is part of RosBusinessConsulting and is published by the company in cooperation with the German publishing group Handelsblatt.[2][3]"
Russia will suspend gasoline exports for six months starting in March to ensure sufficient supply for the domestic market during high demand season, the RBK daily reported on Tuesday.
According to a government source familiar with the matter, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has approved the measure, which will come into force on March 1.
The RBK article stated that earlier this month Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak wrote a letter to the government calling for a temporary suspension of gasoline exports as the domestic market enters peak season for fuel demand.
He attributed the growing demand to increased usage in the agricultural sector and upcoming seasonal maintenance at refineries. These factors will tighten domestic supply, Novak reportedly said in his letter.
Comment: It is reasonable to prioritize the domestic market. Several western governments have as if forgotten their citizens as if they matter less than their support for military aid to Ukraine, sanctions against Russia and preparation for war.