Slovak PM FICO to discuss gas transit with Commission

Slovak PM Fico to discuss gas transit with Commission on Jan 9
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will discuss the end of Russian gas transit through Ukraine with representatives of the European Commission on Jan. 9 in Brussels, Slovakia's government office said on Tuesday.
Slovakia's Energy Challenge: The Gas Transit Dilemma
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is set to meet with the European Commission in Brussels to discuss the cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukraine. The stoppage, which began on January 1, poses significant economic challenges for Slovakia,
Slovakia may cut aid to Ukrainian refugees over Russian gas transit halt, PM Fico says
Despite EU efforts to reduce dependence on Russian fossil fuels, Slovakia remains reliant on Russian gas under a long-term contract with Russia's state-owned energy giant Gazprom. Switching to alternative supply routes could cost Slovakia an additional €220 million ($229 million) in transit fees.
Slovakia says gas supply meeting with Ukraine, European Commission cancelled
A meeting between Slovak, Ukrainian and European Commission officials over gas supplies planned for Tuesday has been cancelled because Kyiv will not participate, Slovakia said on Monday.
Ukraine’s Zelensky hits back at Slovakia’s PM Fico as gas transit dispute deepens
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Ukraine denies Slovakia's accusation of refusing gas transit talks
Ukraine initiated the meeting to address Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's threats to halt electricity exports to Ukraine and cut support for Ukrainian refugees, Ukraine's envoy to the EU said.
Slovakia will discuss retaliation after Ukraine's gas transit 'sabotage', says Fico
Slovakia's coalition government will discuss retaliatory measures to take against Ukraine after it halted the flow of Russian gas through its territory to Slovakia, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said on Thursday.
Poland ready to supply Ukraine with electricity if Slovakia halts deliveries
She stated that Poland could increase electricity exports to Ukraine but only if Ukraine formally requests it. “Our operator is ready; it’s just a matter of whether Ukraine wants it. [Slovak Prime Minister – ed.
End of Ukraine gas transit has no effect on EU energy market stability, European Commission says
When asked about whether such a move caused any kind of emergency in Slovakia, European Commission spokesperson Anna-Kaisa Itkonen said that the Gas Coordination Group held talks last week and concluded that "there are no security supplies issues or concerns for the European Union following the end of the transit.
Central Europe gas flows adjusted after Ukraine transit ends
Central European gas flows have adapted to the halt of Russian supplies through Ukraine on Jan. 1, as increased shipments to the region from Germany and Italy make up the shortfall, data from network operators showed on Monday.
European Commission confirms stable energy markets after Ukraine ends Russian gas transit
"This unfolded as expected," Ikonen stated. "We’ve been working closely with member states and Ukraine for over a year to prepare for this scenario. Last week, we convened an emergency gas coordination group to assess the end of the transit agreement,
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