US reportedly explores Russian gas sales to Europe as part of Ukraine peace effort

Conflict · First reported 2 Nov, 06:35 · Updated 07:13

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A report says the Trump administration is considering a way to resume Russian gas sales to Europe through Ukrainian pipelines, potentially using a US intermediary and an escrow account. The proposal faces European opposition, questions over sanctions and infrastructure, and uncertainty about whether a deal can be reached.

US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff reportedly devised a proposal to route Russian gas to Europe through a US intermediary; negotiators see renewed sales as a possible incentive for Vladimir Putin to accept a peace deal.
The EU’s current legislation requires Russian gas purchases to stop by the end of 2027, and the article says European leaders oppose restoring dependence on Russian energy.
The proposal’s prospects remain uncertain: restarting damaged Nord Stream pipelines would take substantial time, and a US official said a deal was unlikely in the medium term.

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Key facts

Proposed route: Russian gas would reportedly be sold to Europe via Ukrainian pipelines, with a US intermediary.
Proposal’s reported authors: US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff.
EU deadline: Current EU legislation requires Russian natural gas purchases to stop by the end of 2027.
Possible handling of proceeds: The proposal reportedly includes depositing proceeds in an escrow account in a third country.
Europe’s current Russian gas share: The article says 11% of Europe’s natural gas comes from Russia, down from 45% before the war.
Near-term outlook: A US official said a deal was unlikely in the medium term.