Al Jazeera English published this video item, entitled “Why has Russia stopped gas supplies to Europe? | Inside Story” – below is their description.
Much of the continent of Europe is facing a difficult winter ahead.
Russia has once again shut down the crucial Nord Stream 1 gas pipeline to Germany.
It’s raised fears of shortages and possible blackouts in the coming months.
Russian authorities say the pipeline was shut to repair a leak.
But European leaders have rejected this – accusing Russia of weaponising energy in response to the Ukraine sanctions.
So, how will Europe cope with this unprecedented gas shortage?
Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra
Guests:
Stanislav Mitrakhovich – Leading Expert at the National Energy Security Fund and a Researcher at the Moscow-based Financial University.
Anne-Sophie Corbeau – Global Research Scholar at the Center on Global Energy Policy and a Former Head of Gas Analysis at British Petroleum.
Ben Aris – Founder and Editor-in-Chief of bne IntelliNews and a former Moscow Bureau Chief for the Daily Telegraph.
Al Jazeera English YouTube Channel
Got a comment? Leave your thoughts in the comments section, below. Please note comments are moderated before publication.