“What we observe with respect to oil futures contracts is very reminiscent of a cartel conspiracy,” Medvedev wrote.

He noted that Russia offers to sell oil on a take or pay basis and is ready to discuss this option with partners.

Earlier, the cost of May futures for WTI crude oil fell by more than 136% and for the first time in history became negative. The price of June Brent crude futures during the auction fell to $ 25.70.