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Energy ministers of the European Union's member states hold a roundtable meeting in Brussels to put the finishing touches on a proposed wholesale cap on the price of gas. IMAGES
European Union energy ministers meet in Brussels to debate measures to mitigate the energy crunch in Europe but are divided over a gas price cap proposal slammed by many as a "joke". The proposal, that would set a cap on gas prices at 275 euros per megawatt hour, was unveiled only 2 days ago. IMAGES
President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen says Russia is losing "around 160 million euros a day" from oil price cap. SOUNDBITE
The European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, sets out new sanctions to be imposed on Russia, including a cap on the price of Russian oil and new restrictions on the import of goods to the country worth 7 billion euros. SOUNDBITE
The EU presidency held by the Czech Republic faces tough talks as it sought to persuade EU partners to restrict travel by Russians following the invasion of Ukraine. Foreign ministers gather for the regular informal Gymnich meeting. IMAGES
Extraordinary meeting of EU Ministers of energy in Brussels. They meet in the context of Russian gas supply issue amid the country's conflict with Ukraine. IMAGES