Uncertain Future of Russian Gas Transit to Europe
The Kremlin announced uncertainty over gas supplies to Europe following the impending expiration of a Russian gas transit deal via Ukraine. Ukraine expressed unwillingness to extend the deal while reports suggest European companies and Azerbaijan might form an alternative arrangement.
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The Kremlin has expressed uncertainty regarding the future of gas supplies to Europe, as the current deal permitting Russian gas transit through Ukraine is set to expire by year's end.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov highlighted Ukraine's hesitance to renew the transit arrangement. This comes amid speculations of a potential alternative strategy involving European companies and Azerbaijan.
The situation raises concerns over Europe's energy supply amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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