Russia cutting Gas supplies to EU countries .#Nordstream1

2 Sept 2022 · 7 min
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In this Arabic‑language panel, hosted by speakers A and B, three experts discuss Russia’s recent decision to halt gas deliveries to Europe via the Nord Stream pipeline and the broader geopolitical and economic ramifications. Former Duma member Sergey Markov (speaking from Moscow/Berlin) argues that the stoppage is part of a multi‑front “energy war” orchestrated by the United States and EU allies, using sanctions to pressure Russia. Energy‑economics analyst Nehad Ismael (London) highlights the parallel information and geopolitical war, questioning the effectiveness of EU price‑cap measures on Russian oil and gas, and raises concerns about market confusion, black‑market activity, and the role of OPEC+. Dr. Omid Shokri (Virginia), a specialist in energy security, concurs that Russia is weaponising energy to retaliate against EU support for Ukraine, while also noting the mutual dependence between Europe and Russia. The discussion touches on the potential for India and China to absorb redirected Russian oil, the challenges of implementing price caps, and the strategic imperative for Europe to accelerate diversification toward renewables and nuclear power. The panel concludes that while sanctions and price caps may create short‑term market turbulence, they also present an opportunity for Europe to reduce reliance on Russian fossil fuels.

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