Russia says it could sell record amount of gas to EU

Al Jazeera English posted this video clip, titled “Russia Says It Can Sell Record Amount of Gas to EU” – below is their description.

European gas prices are fast, reaching levels not seen in more than 10 years on Wednesday.

The sharp rise in prices over the past week has raised fears of a surge in bills as winter approaches.

Norway and Russia are stepping up supplies to the European Union, which is heavily dependent on imports.

Al Jazeera Natasha Ghoneim reports.

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