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Moldova declares state of emergency as risk of Russian gas cutoff looms

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Posted on December 12, 2024

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· Last updated: January 27, 2026

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Moldova Declares Emergency Amid Looming Russian Gas Cutoff

CHISINAU (Reuters) - Moldova's parliament voted early on Friday to impose a national state of emergency for 60 days starting on Dec. 16 due to an expected cut-off of Russian gas supplies from Jan. 1.

Fifty-six members in the 101-seat chamber backed the measure in the vote just after midnight.

Moldova receives Russian natural gas via Ukraine, which has said it will not extend its transit contract with Russian gas giant Gazprom. The contract expires on Dec. 31.

(Reporting by Alexander Tanas, Editing by Ron Popeski and Diane Craft)

Key Takeaways

Moldova's parliament votes for a 60-day state of emergency.
Russian gas supplies to Moldova may be cut off from Jan. 1.
Ukraine will not extend its gas transit contract with Gazprom.
The contract expiration date is Dec. 31.
Energy security concerns rise in Moldova.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?

The main topic is Moldova's declaration of a state of emergency due to the potential cutoff of Russian gas supplies starting January 1.

Why is Moldova declaring a state of emergency?

Moldova is declaring a state of emergency because it expects a cutoff of Russian gas supplies, which are crucial for its energy needs.

What is the role of Ukraine in this situation?

Ukraine has stated it will not extend its gas transit contract with Gazprom, affecting Moldova's gas supply.

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