The Socialists and Democrats in the European Parliament say it's crucial that the unity of the European Union is not undermined by any attempts by Russia to create division. In their opinion, the unilateral decision to stop gas supplies to Bulgaria and Poland is a clear attempt to put pressure not just on these two member states, but also to weaken and divide the EU as a whole.
Dan Nica, MEP and S&D spokesperson in the committee on industry, research and energy, said: