Breaking news: Russia suspends flow of natural gas to Europe through Ukraine

Ukraine had threatened to shut a pipeline to undermine Moscow.

View in browser Dec. 1, 2025, 1:36 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Maxim Shemetov/Reuters Russia Suspends Flow of Natural Gas to Europe Through Ukraine The Russian energy giant Gazprom announced the move early Wednesday. Ukraine had refused to renew an agreement that allowed for the transit of Russian gas through its territory. Read more Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018