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Tuesday, September 15, 2026 · 856 words · 8 minutes · 0 reads · Intermediate
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This graded Chinese reading practice article combines authentic reading with optional pinyin, translation, audio, vocabulary, and comprehension practice.
- Author
- HSK Read
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- Tuesday, September 15, 2026
- Updated
- Friday, September 25, 2026
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Reading questions and answers
According to the article, what was a direct result of Ukraine's strikes on Russia's oil and gas industry?
Russia rationed fuel domestically and banned diesel exports.
How did the U.S.-Iran conflict further affect global diesel supply, according to the article?
It disrupted oil transport through the Strait of Hormuz.
Why did rising U.S. diesel prices place a heavy burden on the public?
Because diesel is widely used for trucks, trains, ships, and agricultural equipment.
How did Kyiv justify its strikes on Russia's oil industry?
Russia's oil industry funds and fuels the war.
According to Peskov's statement, what is Russia's attitude toward restarting peace talks?
Is open to restarting talks in the autumn.


