Russia to Step Up Attacks on Western Weapons Depots in Ukraine
Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu announced today that Russia will escalate strikes on Ukrainian storage bases housing weapons supplied by Western nations
Ukraine Refutes Reports of Gazprom Debt Deal
- Tweet
Send to Kindle
European Commissioner for Energy, German Guenther Oettinger and Ukrainian Energy Minister Yuriy Prodan (L) attended talks in Berlin aimed at solving Gazprom and Naftogaz's debt dispute. Photo by EPA/BGNES
Ukrainian Economy Minister Yuriy Prodan said "no progress" had been registered in negotiations with Russia over Kiev's debt for gas supplies.
His comments, which were later echoed by Ukraine's state-owned Naftogaz, followed his Russian counterpart Aleksander Novak and EU Energy Commissioner Gunter Oettinger's announcement that a temporary agreement had been reached and Ukraine would pay USD 2 B to Gazprom this week.
Prodan insisted "no breakthrough" had been observed during talks held between Russia, Ukraine and the European Commission in Berlin on Monday.
He added he "could not confirm" that Kiev would transfer the sum, thus putting earlier reports of progress into question.
Ukraine and Russia are embroiled in a dispute over pricing regime for the gas Kiev receives, as Moscow announced in April a sum that was 80% higher than the previous one.
On Tuesday Kiev added fuel to the fire by claiming that Russia had stolen some 2.2 bcm of gas from the Crimean peninsula since it absorbed the region in March.
Ukrainain authorities demanded an explanation by Moscow, which decided to seize the assets of Crimea-based Chernomorsknaftegaz short before the peninsula held a referendum on joining Russia.
We need your support so Novinite.com can keep delivering news and information about Bulgaria! Thank you!
Related Articles:
Ukraine Suspends Consular Services for Men of Mobilization Age
In a move aimed at bolstering its military forces amid the ongoing war with Russia, Ukraine has announced the suspension of consular services for its male citizens eligible for military service and residing abroad
Russian Drone Attack Strikes Odesa: 7 Injured, Children Among Victims
The Ukrainian city of Odesa has once again come under attack by Russian drones, leaving a devastating toll on civilians
Ukraine Set to Receive $1.9 Billion Investment Boost from World Bank
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a financial division of the World Bank, intends to invest 1.9 billion USD in projects in Ukraine over the next 18 months
Russia Warns of Impending Nuclear Confrontation Amid Ukraine Crisis
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has issued a stark warning, stating that the West is on the brink of a direct military clash between nuclear powers, with potentially catastrophic consequences
Poland Ready to Welcome NATO Nuclear Weapons, Says President
In a recent interview with "Fakt", Polish President Andrzej Duda made a significant statement, expressing Poland's readiness to permit NATO allies to deploy nuclear weapons on its territory
Bulgaria's Nuclear Regulatory Agency Approves Westinghouse Nuclear Fuel for Kozloduy NPP
The Nuclear Regulatory Agency (NRA) has greenlit the phased transition to a new type of nuclear fuel for Unit 5 of Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant (NPP), manufactured by Westinghouse
Bulgargaz Anticipates Liquefied Gas Deliveries via Alexandroupolis Terminal In May
In a bid to enhance its energy security and diversify its gas supply sources, Bulgargaz is gearing up for the first deliveries of liquefied gas through the Alexandroupolis terminal, set to commence in May
Greek Electricity Giant Acquires Bulgarian Solar Parks
The Greek national electricity company, PPC, has announced plans to acquire 500 megawatts of photovoltaic capacity in Bulgaria
Oil Prices Surge Amid Middle East Tensions
Oil prices have surged due to renewed concerns about the Middle East conflict. Brent crude futures increased by 0.32% to 90.80 USD per barrel, while American WTI crude rose by 0.3% to 86.50 USD per barrel
Bulgargaz Loses 27% Market Share Due to Contract with 'Botas
Bulgaria's state-owned energy company, "Bulgargaz," has suffered a significant setback, losing 27% of its market share as a result of a contract with the Turkish company "Botas"
Bulgaria Sees Surge in Solar Power and Coal Plant Decline in 2023 Electricity Report
A remarkable shift in Bulgaria's energy landscape has been unveiled in the latest report from the Commission for Energy and Water Regulation, submitted to the Bulgarian parliament
