Putin offers Vucic cheap gas; Serbia deepens Russia energy ties
In a phone call, Putin offered Serbia discounted natural gas, reinforcing Moscow's energy leverage in the Balkans. The move follows Serbia's refusal to join Western sanctions on Russia, but details on pricing and volume remain undisclosed. This strengthens Russia's influence in Southeast Europe and complicates EU efforts to reduce dependence on Russian energy.
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Serbian President Vucic to Resign, Seek PM Post Amid Russian Gas Deal
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has announced his resignation from the presidency next week, with the stated intention of seeking the prime minister post. This development follows a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding a gas agreement and the NIS oil company, suggesting a potential linkage between geopolitical energy negotiations and domestic political maneuvering. The full implications for Serbia's political structure and foreign policy remain uncertain.