“Antagonistic” tone marks US-Ukraine minerals deal talks, says Reuters source
US-Ukraine mineral talks deteriorate as Trump administration demands privileged resource access and control of Russian gas pipeline through Ukraine.
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Merz ally accuses US of switching sides on Ukraine
Senior German defense lawmaker Kiesewetter warns against territorial concessions and criticizes potential revival of sabotaged Nord Stream pipelines.
Russia’s attacks on gas facilities aimed at forcing Kyiv to restore transit to EU, ex-Naftogaz chief says
Kobolyev claims Russian forces are deliberately targeting Ukraine's gas processing infrastructure to force Kyiv into talks that would restore Russian gas transit to the EU via Ukraine.
Europe spends € 2 billion a month on Russian oil and LNG—more than its aid to Ukraine
Two investigations expose Europe’s energy contradiction: while pledging to cut ties with Moscow, the EU continues to spend billions on Russian oil and Arctic gas—much of it transported by sanctioned icebreakers.
EU dismisses FT report on linking Russian gas transit resumption talks to potential Ukraine peace deal
The EU maintains its position on gradually eliminating Russian gas imports while separating energy decisions from peace talk considerations.
EU officials back plan to restart Russian gas flows as part of Ukraine peace deal – FT
Germany and Hungary lead push to resume Russian gas flows despite opposition from eastern EU states.
ISW: Ukraine offers coal to Moldova’s Transnistria in exchange for electricity
Ukraine and Moldova’s presidents discussed aiding Transnistria’s power plant with coal and expertise to potentially ease energy costs in Moldova and reduce Russian gas dependence.
Zelenskyy offers Azeri gas to EU as Orbán blackmails Ukraine over Russian transit
Experts have dismissed the proposal to transit Azerbaijani gas through Ukraine as a likely cover for Russian supplies.
Novatek: Putin’s sanctions-proof gas weapon hiding in plain sight
While Europe banned Russian pipeline gas, an Arctic gas giant quietly doubled its EU market share.
Moscow pledges gas to Transnistria while delivery path remains mystery
Despite shuttered industries and widespread blackouts, Transnistrian authorities reject Moldova's offer of European gas supplies.
Russian gas giant Gazprom plans to reduce central office staff by 40%
The corporation evaluates substantial workforce cuts at Saint Petersburg headquarters following reduced European market access due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
“Let’s meet at Ukraine border and discuss Russian gas,” Slovak PM says. “Come to Kyiv on Friday,” Zelenskyy replies
Robert Fico wants to renew halted Russian gas transit via Ukraine to Slovakia.
Russia may exploit its Transnistria gas crisis to advance pro-Russian influence in Moldova, media says
Russia’s gas cutoff to Transnistria impacts 300,000 people, possibly aiming to sway Moldova’s 2025 elections and block European integration.
Europe boosts Russian LNG imports to record levels despite sanctions
Bloomberg's analysis of ship-tracking data shows that Russian LNG exports hit record levels in 2024, even though Western sanctions were meant to limit the country's energy industry.
Moldova’s Russian-controlled Transnistria return to wooden rural stoves amid Russian gas cutoff
Transnistrian authorities are leveraging local timber resources to prevent a humanitarian crisis, establishing distribution points across all districts.
Russian gas cutoff triggers rolling blackouts in Moldova’s Russian-controlled Transnistria
"Fortunately, our region is rich in timber, and supplies are still available, with solid fuel distribution points open in every district," de facto authorities noted.
The end of an era: Russia loses its gas grip on Europe
Moscow's most potent leverage over Europe - its gas pipelines - has finally run dry, and there's no turning back the clock.
Politico: Russian gas cutoff leaves Slovakia stable despite Fico’s fearmongering
Experts dismissed PM's warnings of crises, noting Slovakia’s preparation for Russian gas transit’s end and stable reserve levels above seasonal averages.
ISW: Ukraine’s gas transit halt to cost Gazprom $6 billion as Turkstream becomes only route to EU
Gazprom is likely exploiting the halt of gas transit through Ukraine to engineer an artificial energy crisis and destabilize Moldova, ISW states.
“Historic event”: Ukraine halts Russian gas flow to Europe
Ukrainian government emphasized the move's strategic importance in limiting Russia's war financing capabilities.