It is reported by RIA Novosti with reference to the company.
"Shell today announced its intention to withdraw from all Russian hydrocarbon projects, including oil, petroleum products, gas and liquefied natural gas, in a phased manner, in accordance with new government guidance," the statement said.
It is noted that as a first step, it will stop spot purchases of Russian oil.
Earlier, Ampol and Viva Energy, the two largest fuel suppliers in Australia, announced the suspension of purchases of Russian oil.