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Russia Considers Halting Gas Exports Amid Energy Crisis

3/6/2026

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Russia's government will meet to discuss halting gas exports to Europe after President Vladimir Putin warned of cuts amid energy prices tied to Iran crisis.
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said the discussions will focus on energy transport routes and optimizing Russian resources.
Putin indicated it might be more profitable to stop exports to Europe and seek markets, noting that since 2022 Russia's gas sales have fallen due to sanctions.

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Russia's government will meet to discuss halting gas exports to Europe after President Vladimir Putin warned of cuts amid energy prices tied to Iran crisis.
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said the discussions will focus on energy transport routes and optimizing Russian resources.
Putin indicated it might be more profitable to stop exports to Europe and seek markets, noting that since 2022 Russia's gas sales have fallen due to sanctions.