31.The decision has prompted concerns from Slovakia, Hungary and other nations, and Fico on Dec. 20 warned of a looming gas crisis.President Volodymyr Zelensky reaffirmed the refusal during a press conference on Dec. 19, saying that Kyiv would not enable Moscow to earn additional revenue while continuing its war.At a European Union summit, Fico criticized Ukraine’s position, saying: "We are demonstrably facing a gas crisis thanks to President Zelensky."He also suggested that Bratislava might consider "reciprocal measures" if Russian gas transit through Ukraine to Slovakia is halted.Orban says Hungary proposing ‘trick’ to keep Russian gas shipments via UkraineUkraine has said it will not extend the transit agreement for Russian gas through its territory, set to expire on Dec. 31.The Kyiv IndependentThe Kyiv Independent news deskSlovakia has a long-term contract with Russia's state-owned energy giant Gazprom and estimates alternative arrangements could cost an additional €220 million ($228.73 million) in transit fees.The issue highlights ongoing dependence on Russian gas in several EU members, including Slovakia, Hungary, and Austria, despite efforts to diversify energy sources following Russia's full-scale invasion.Earlier this year, the EU implemented its first sanctions targeting the Russian gas industry, focusing on liquefied natural gas (LNG).Russian President Vladimir Putin also addressed the matter during his annual press conference on Dec.