“The price of gas in today's geopolitical conditions is very volatile and it can change at any time,” the economist believes.

According to him, the increase was affected by the accident at Nord Stream.

Ostapkovich believes that the decision to limit oil and gas prices may also affect.

“This can also lead to price fluctuations,” he said.

Exchange prices for gas in Europe rose above $2,000 per 1,000 cubic meters.

m, according to the London Stock Exchange ICE.

The growth rate of quotations began to go beyond 10% after Gazprom rejected Naftogaz's demands for arbitration on gas transit to Europe.