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[–] Marat@lemmygrad.ml 2 points 3 weeks ago

The conversation was predicated on the idea that Europe was going to ask Russia for energy. If they're not then Russia obviously holds no leverage. But if Europe does push to the point that they start asking for Russian gas again, then obviously Russia would be in the position to possibly start making demands again.