According to RIA Novosti, they asked the country's government to take action due to the rise in the cost of fuel, which threatens the industry with an economic crisis.

According to British experts, raw materials are becoming more expensive due to the fact that "Russia is not increasing supplies to Europe."

“This is a national crisis.

Wholesale gas and electricity prices have risen to unprecedented levels, ”said Good Energy CEO Nigel Pocklington.

EDF spokesman Philippe Kommare considered the situation in the energy sector critical and predicted its further complications.

Investec analyst Martin Young also predicted a 56% jump in electricity tariffs.

On Tuesday, December 21, gas prices in Europe set a new record and exceeded $ 2,100 per 1,000 cubic meters.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Gazprom is not to blame for the sharp rise in gas prices in Europe.

Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said that the cost of gas in 2022 may remain at high levels.