Russian-installed authorities declare economic emergency in Crimea
Overview of Economic Emergency Measures in Crimea
MOSCOW, June 26 (Reuters) - Russian-installed authorities in Crimea announced a state of emergency on the peninsula on Friday to deal with economic issues, after suspending tourism and children's summer camps and halting all fuel sales in response to Ukrainian attacks.
Official Statement and Rationale for Emergency
Sergei Aksyonov, the Russia-appointed head of Crimea, said on Telegram that the emergency situation would facilitate decision-making to ensure the stable operations of all sectors on which the livelihood of the population depends.
Uncertainty Over Practical Implications
The authorities did not say what it would mean in practice.
Background: Ukrainian Attacks and Economic Impact
In recent months, Ukraine has been pounding energy and other targets in Russia to undermine Moscow's military capabilities and its finances while also trying to cut it off from Crimea, which Russia annexed from Ukraine in 2014.
Consequences for Local Population
The drone attacks are worsening fuel shortages, with people reporting rising prices and long queues at the filling stations.
Russian Government's Response
Russia's President Vladimir Putin, whose administration has questioned U.S. mediation efforts, has said the attacks on civilian infrastructure are meant to sow discord among the Russian population.
(Reporting by Reuters; writing by Gleb Stolyarov; editing by Philippa Fletcher)
