Kremlin clarifies Russia’s position on gas supply negotiations with EU

Moscow is not currently engaged in any substantive negotiations regarding potential gas supplies to European countries, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed.

Speaking to journalists, Peskov clarified that the situation concerning gas exports to Europe remains purely commercial. “No, they are not being conducted... This is a commercial matter. There is a gas seller and potential buyers. If the buyers show interest, and if the transit route is operational, then of course, the seller will be ready to discuss all this. No one denies or rejects anything,” he said, Caliber.Az reports citing Russian media.

Peskov's comments come amid ongoing concerns in Europe over energy supplies, particularly as some EU member states continue to rely on Russian gas. The Kremlin’s response suggests that Russia is not actively pursuing new agreements at this time but remains open to discussions if European demand and logistics align.

Earlier reports highlighted that in February, France and Hungary were the leading buyers of Russian gas within the European Union. The month also saw significant increases in demand from Greece and the Netherlands.

In an interview with the French magazine Le Point on April 23, Peskov did not exclude the possibility of negotiations between Gazprom and the new owner of the network connecting Russia to Europe, should the United States take control of it. He highlighted that the Russian leadership observes the willingness of several European countries to resume fuel imports. In turn, Moscow is prepared for negotiations and to address the situation under market conditions.

Previously, the EU had postponed the implementation of a ban on imports of Russian liquefied natural gas.

By Vafa Guliyeva