Europe, Russia and Ukraine

Here's what's behind Russia cutting off its last gas line to Europe
Ukrainian transit gas deal to Europe ended on Jan. 1. For now, the most acute effects are being felt in a region called Transnistria, on the eastern edge of Moldova.
Europe’s Natural Gas Prices Rise as Russian Flows via Ukraine Cease
Europe's natural gas prices rose on the first trading day of 2025 as Russia halted gas flows via Ukraine, leaving Europe scrambling for alternative supplies ahead of a predicted cold snap.
Ukraine Halts the Flow of Natural Gas From Russia to Europe
A transnational pipeline was shut down on Wednesday after Kyiv refused to renew a prewar agreement that allowed for the transit of Russian gas through its territory.
End of Russian gas transit via Ukraine one of Moscow's 'most costly defeats,' White House says
Ukraine's move will deprive Russia of about $6.5 billion in annual revenue from gas sales to Europe, according to U.S. National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby.
Ukraine halts pipeline carrying Russian natural gas to Europe, as deal expires
"We stopped the transit of Russian gas, this is a historic event," Herman Galushchenko, Ukraine's energy minister, said in a statement.
Ukraine halts Russian gas transit, costing Moscow billions
This will clearly deprive Russia of about $6.5 billion in annual revenue from gas sales to Europe. It’s one of the biggest and most expensive losses for Moscow. Of course, we welcome Ukraine’s decision and its determination,
The end of Ukraine-Russia gas transit deal: what lies ahead for Europe?
The ongoing conflict has highlighted the importance of diversifying gas supplies to build resilience against geopolitical risks.
Zelensky Calls Halting Russian Gas Transit a Major Defeat for Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described the cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukraine as one of Moscow's greatest defeats in the ongoing conflict. The move signifies a critical shift in energy dynamics,
Europe’s Gas Price Retreats Further
European natural-gas prices fell, and Raboank said the around 10% retreat in price over the the week on an improved weather outlook signals that last week’s rally might have been overdone.
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Who pays for Zelensky's gas cut-off gamble?
Ukraine loses billions in gas transit fees, Europe faces soaring energy prices, with Russia largely insulated from the ...