Moscow (TDI): The transit of Russian gas to European nations is currently “very difficult” and requires attention, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday.
Peskov made the remarks after a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico in Moscow on Sunday where the parties discussed the transit of Russian gas as Ukraine declined to renew a gas transit agreement with Russia.
“You’ve heard Ukraine’s statement, and are aware of the stance of European nations that continue to purchase Russian gas, deeming it essential for their economies to function normally,” Peskov stated, emphasizing the complexity of the situation and the need for the careful attention.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday at a European Union Summit that he will not extend Ukraine’s 5-year gas transportation agreement with Russia, which expires at the end of 2024.
The decision has raised concern for Slovakia, which has a long-term contract with Russian energy giant Gazprom.
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Although Putin confirmed Moscow’s readiness to continue supplying gas to the West and to Slovakia, Fico said this was “practically impossible” once the gas transit deal expires at the end of the year.
