Stopping the transit of Russian gas through Ukraine threatens the EU with a “worst-case scenario,” according to the European Commission, the European edition of Politico newspaper reported on March 3, citing a European Commission document.
“The EU will soon lose around 5% of its gas imports, mainly to central and south-eastern European countries (which pay for Russian gas in rubles). “If this loss coincides with a prolonged period of cold temperatures, it could create a worst-case scenario for EU countries that continue to receive gas through Ukraine.”the document says.
The agreement on gas transit through the territory of Ukraine expires on December 31, 2024. According to EC forecasts, Austria, Hungary and Slovakia will be the first affected.
Recall that Gazprom supplies gas to Europe through Ukraine in the amount of 42.4 million cubic meters. ma through “Sudzha”.
Source: Rossa Primavera
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