Germany, US Hold Talks on Nord Stream 2

Merkel dispatched two top aides to find a compromise with the Biden administration.

June 1, 2021

Wintershall Dea Exits Russian Oil Venture, Focuses on Gas

Wintershall Dea transferred its 50% stake to its long-standing partner in southern Russia by mutual agreement.

June 1, 2021

Biden: Nord Stream 2 Sanctions Would Be ‘Counter-Productive’

The natural gas pipeline is almost complete, president says as he prepares for talks with Russian President Putin.

May 26, 2021

Russia Offers to Work with Saudi Arabia on Hydrogen Production

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said that both Russia and Saudi Arabia have great potential to develop traditional and renewable sources of energy.

May 26, 2021

US Waives Sanctions on Russia’s Nord Stream 2 Pipeline to Germany

The decision to waive sanctions on the company behind Russia’s Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline and its CEO came as the Biden administration seeks to rebuild ties with Germany.

May 20, 2021

Republicans Slam Biden Administration Over Nord Stream Waivers Report

A report that the administration would waive sanctions against Nord Stream 2 contrasts with Biden’s opposition to the natural gas pipeline project.

May 19, 2021

Russia Denies Involvement in Colonial Pipeline Cyberattack

Biden says evidence points to ransomware that originated in Russia.

May 11, 2021

Report Shows Global Flaring Levels Down in Oil Sector

The U.S. and Nigeria were among the countries noted for making strides in lowering volumes of flared gas.

April 30, 2021

Rosneft Aims to Complete LNG Plant Feasibility Study in 2021

Plant would be located in the Pacific port of De Kastri.

April 30, 2021

Germany, Russia Flag Hydrogen Cooperation

Natural gas imports from Russia will be a necessary bridge fuel, a top German official says.

April 29, 2021