“The implementation of additional volumes of gas supplies through Turkey after the creation of a hub there is also being discussed, active work is underway with the countries that will take part in the implementation of this project, as well as with consumers in need of Russian gas,” he said.
Novak said that the EU market remains relevant, as the shortage of gas in European countries persists, and Russia has the opportunity to resume supplies.
Earlier, the Russian Foreign Ministry expressed hope for the implementation of the idea of creating a gas hub in Turkey.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced Ankara's readiness to cooperate with Baku and Ashgabat on gas supplies to the West.