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Some European energy firms consider paying for gas in roubles

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Some European energy firms are considering a two-tiered payment scheme, which would comply with Russian demands for payments in roubles. German provider Uniper is among those arguing the system would comply with EU law – although Brussels has warned that companies could breach sanctions if they agree to the Kremlin's demands. Also in the show: the US economy unexpectedly contracts in the first quarter of 2022, and French unemployment drops.

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