Slovakia-Ukraine Energy Tensions: A New Energy Front?

Slovakia's government, led by Prime Minister Robert Fico, is contemplating retaliatory measures against Ukraine after the cessation of Russian gas flow via Ukraine. Fico's proposals include reducing electricity supply to Ukraine and cutting aid to Ukrainian refugees, after Slovakia faced increased costs and lost revenue.

Slovakia's coalition government is considering retaliatory measures against Ukraine after the suspension of Russian gas supplies through Ukraine, Prime Minister Robert Fico announced. The discussion comes as Slovakia faces increased transit fees and a loss of revenue following the halt of Russian gas flow, a significant change in European energy dynamics.

Fico, an advocate for closer ties with Moscow, hinted at cutting electricity supplies and reducing aid to Ukrainian refugees. The Slovak government is set to discuss the matter in Brussels, aiming to counter what Fico described as Ukraine's "sabotage," while exploring compensation options to manage financial losses.

With alternative gas supplies in place, Slovakia fears the financial repercussions of higher European gas prices and transit fees for non-Russian gas. The Eustream operator reported significant revenues last year, but Slovakia warns of the impending financial impact due to Ukraine's actions.

(With inputs from agencies.)