energy security

Serbia Extends Fuel Export Ban as NIS Sanctions Deadline Approaches

Serbia has extended its temporary ban on crude oil and petroleum product exports until 30 September 2026, keeping fuel supplies in the domestic market amid continued uncertainty over Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS). The decision extends a measure that was due to expire at the end of August and coincides with the latest US authorisation allowing NIS to continue refinery operations, crude imports, financial transactions, maintenance and domestic supply through 30 September. The deadline also coincides with negotiations between MOL Group…