US SUPPORTS AGREEMENT BETWEEN UKRAINE AND RUSSIA TO RESTORE GAS FLOWS TO EUROPE

Baku, January 23 (AzerTAc). U.S. Department of state issued a statement saying the
United States welcomes the resolution of the gas dispute between Ukraine and Russia.

“We understand gas flows have been restored to European customers.
This incident underscores the need for transparent, market-oriented arrangements for
the sale and shipment of natural gas and the importance of diversifying energy
supplies. The United States stands ready to support European Union efforts to
enhance its energy security.”