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The primary gas pipeline in question runs from Sudzha in Russia, traversing northern Ukraine before entering Slovakia. Sudzha, a key settlement, was captured by Ukraine during the Kursk offensive, igniting speculation about conceivable strategic motives tied to natural gas revenues. The prevailing notion that this offensive aimed to disrupt Russia's gas income completely overlooked one crucial fact: Ukraine had the power to terminate gas flows at any given moment, highlighting the complex interplay of politics and finance in this war-torn region.

Motives behind Continued Transit

Ukraine's initial continuation of gas transit can be attributed to two main factors: financial incentives and the political landscape of Europe.

Financial Reasons: