Russian President Vladimir Putin said on April 17 it would not be possible for Europe, which is trying to cut its reliance on Russian energy, to completely stop buying Russian gas. Putin also said that the transit via Ukraine is the most dangerous element in Europe's gas supply system, and that he was hopeful a deal could be reached with Ukraine on gas supplies.
Reuters: Putin says impossible for Europe to stop buying Russian gas
Russian President Vladimir Putin says it would not be possible for Europe, which is trying to cut its reliance on Russian energy, to completely stop buying Russian gas.
