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UK's £8 Billion Gas Deal Sparks Outrage Amid Conflict

7/3/2025

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The UK government faces backlash for its £8 billion gas deal with TotalEnergies, tied to Russia's Yamal LNG project, despite a ban on Russian imports. Ukrainian activists and Labour Party members are calling for an urgent review, emphasizing the need to halt any support for Russia during this critical time of conflict.

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The UK government faces backlash for its £8 billion gas deal with TotalEnergies, tied to Russia's Yamal LNG project, despite a ban on Russian imports. Ukrainian activists and Labour Party members are calling for an urgent review, emphasizing the need to halt any support for Russia during this critical time of conflict.