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Fact-check: The claim about Russia's oil reserves is based on a statement from Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandr Novak, which aligns with general knowledge of Russia's substantial reserves, but the exact figure of 31 billion tons lacks independent verification and may be exaggerated. RT International, as a Russian state-owned source, has a history of bias, raising concerns about potential misinformation in the context of the Russia-Ukraine War. While the broader situation context is real, the specific reserve details require cross-verification from neutral sources.
Deputy PM reveals extent of Russia’s oil reserves
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Russian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandr Novak has revealed that Russia holds 31 billion tons of recoverable oil reserves, sufficient to sustain current production levels for over 60 years. The statement underscores Russia's long-term energy security position amid ongoing Western sanctions and efforts to curtail Russian oil revenues tied to the war in Ukraine.