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Moscow, August 12 (Interfax-Ukraine) - Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has urged Ukraine not to politicize gas cooperation between Russia and Ukraine.

The issue was discussed between the two countries’ leaders yesterday, a Kremlin source told journalists.

"The presidents discussed the key issues, including Ukraine’s membership in the Customs Union and gas cooperation issues," he said.

"Russia stressed the need to adhere to the currently effective gas agreements and the unacceptability of politicizing this issue. The parties have agreed to continue searching for new projects in this area," he said.