Poland & Bulgaria Get Cold Shoulder from Russia's Gas Supply | Recount Live

The video discusses the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, focusing on Russia's decision to cut off natural gas supplies to Poland and Bulgaria due to their refusal to pay in rubles. This move is seen as a form of blackmail by European leaders. The discussion highlights the complex dynamics of energy dependency in Europe, the impact of financial sanctions on Russia, and the potential long-term consequences for European energy policy. The video also explores the challenges of imposing stricter sanctions on Russia's energy sector without causing significant economic harm to European citizens.

Why did Russia halt natural gas deliveries to Poland and Bulgaria?

• They imposed sanctions on Russia.

• They refused to pay in rubles.

• They increased their gas consumption.

• They signed a new deal with the US.

What was one of the reasons Putin believed he could launch the war?

• Economic sanctions on Europe.

• Europe's military weakness.

• Europe's dependency on Russian energy.

• Support from China.

What is a potential long-term consequence of Russia's demand for ruble payments?

• Immediate end to the war.

• Europe moving away from Russian energy sources.

• Strengthening of the Russian economy.

• Increased European dependency on Russian energy.

Why are stricter energy sanctions on Russia challenging to implement?

• Europe has no alternative energy sources.

• The sanctions are already at their maximum.

• Russia has strong allies in Europe.

• They would lead to catastrophic price increases in Europe.

What might Russia experiment with to maintain influence over European countries?

• Offering economic incentives.

• Building new pipelines.

• Increasing military presence.

• Pushing countries to use the ruble.