Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed concern about the complicated situation with European countries that continue to buy Russian natural gas. What is happening requires a careful approach and in-depth analysis, Peskov said, quoted by Reuters and BTA.
The meeting between Fico and Putin
Slovak President Robert Fico held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. During the meeting, Putin assured Russia of its readiness to continue supplying gas to Slovakia. However, Fico specified that the implementation of these supplies seems impossible, since the transit agreement between Russia and Ukraine expires at the end of the year.
Ukrainian position on transit
Ukraine has refused to renew the gas transit contract. President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Kiev would allow transit only if Russia is not paid for supplies until the end of the war.
Uncertain future for gas supplies
Peskov noted that the situation remained uncertain, highlighting the position of some European countries that still rely on Russian gas for the stable functioning of their economies. He expressed hope that all factors would be considered in order to find solutions that meet the interests of all parties.