19.01.2009 - Russia eyes Ukraine's vast pipeline network

From AP: In the confrontation between Russia and Ukraine over natural gas shipments to Europe, the grand prize may yet be control of Ukraine's sprawling pipeline network, Moscow's main conduit for pumping the fuel to its most lucrative markets. Although the dispute appeared close to an end after Sunday's announcement of a deal, the terms of the accord could eventually put pressure on Ukraine and force it to cede some control over the labyrinthine network..... Full Article: Source

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