Gazprom Cuts Off Gas Supplies to Poland, Bulgaria

The video discusses the significant disruption in gas supplies from Russia to Poland and Bulgaria, highlighting the historical context and current geopolitical tensions. Poland has been preparing for this by filling its gas storage and establishing new links with Norway and other countries. Despite the disruption, Western Europe remains largely unaffected due to alternative pipelines. However, gas prices have surged significantly. Bulgaria faces a more challenging situation due to its heavy reliance on Russian gas and its refusal to pay in rubles, leaving its future gas supply uncertain.

What historical event is highlighted as a precedent for the current gas supply situation?

• A payment dispute with Ukraine

• The fall of the Soviet Union

• The formation of the European Union

• The construction of the Baltic Sea pipeline

How is Poland preparing to handle the reduction in gas supplies from Russia?

• By filling storage to 80% capacity and building links with Norway

• By increasing coal production

• By reducing industrial gas consumption

• By importing gas from the United States

Which country is mentioned as having a separate pipeline under the Baltic Sea?

• Germany

• Sweden

• Norway

• Lithuania

What is the percentage increase in gas prices mentioned in the transcript?

• 500%

• 424%

• 200%

• 100%

What percentage of Bulgaria's gas supply is reliant on Russia?

• 90%

• 100%

• 70%

• 50%