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Added on the 13/10/2021 14:50:51 - Copyright : Euronews EN
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
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
The European Commission urges EU countries to reduce their demand for natural gas by 15 percent over the coming winter months to overcome Russia's energy supply "blackmail". SOUNDBITE
Lights, music and Christmas markets have transformed Brussels into a winter wonderland. The opening of the show comes amid controversy following Belgian government's warnings against the use of Christmas lights as the country is at high risk of winter blackouts.
A Greenpeace activist hangs from the building hosting the Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels, organised by the IAEA, holding a sign that reads "Nuclear Fairytale." Promoting nuclear energy has been a taboo in Brussels, but the summit is designed to send out the message that it is key to fighting climate change. IMAGES
Leaders pose for a group photo on the first day of the Nuclear Energy Summit, hosted in Brussels, Belgium. International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Secretary General Rafael Grossi, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Belgian Prime Minister Alexander de Croo are among them. IMAGES