U.S. Urges Russia and Ukraine to Settle Gas Dispute

The U.S. State Department has urged Moscow and Kiev to reach a compromise in their dispute over the price of Russian natural gas exports, the AFX news agency reported, quoting a spokesman for the Department.

“We have been in touch with both countries to express the view that we urge them to come to a compromise that meets the needs of both, underscoring the importance of security of supply and stability of prices,” spokesman Adam Ereli said.