It’s almost impossible for Europe to replace Russian gas in the short-term, OMV CEO says

It’s almost impossible for Europe to replace Russian gas in the short-term, OMV CEO says



Alfred Stern, CEO of OMV, said the energy company is “trying to find sanction-conformed solutions” after Russia demanded payment for gas in rubles.



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Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say
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Army chief of staff fired by Hegseth, sources say

Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Randy George waits to testify before the start of the Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on the FY 2025 budget for the Department of the Army in the Hart Senate Office Building on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Bill Clark | CQ-Roll Call, Inc. | Getty Images U.S. Army […]

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Asia-Pacific markets rise in Easter trade on hopes for Hormuz reopening

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Brent oil spot price for actual cargo soars to 1, highest level since 2008 financial crisis
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Brent oil spot price for actual cargo soars to $141, highest level since 2008 financial crisis

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