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Scepticism at Russia’s bid to woo EU
Shortly after a recent summit between Russia and the European Union Vladimir Putin likened his country to a boy with a sweet in his fist.
Nation ‘addicted’ to oil struggles to change
Although President Bush has recently signalled more support for fuel economy measures, the US has an entrenched reluctance to enforce standards in the face of opposition from the auto industry.
Middle East strains nerves of nations
Security concerns around oil facilities, already raised since September 11, have been further heightened by the threat of a military conflict with Iran over its nuclear programme.
G8: Eyeing energy supplies from opposite ends of a telescope
Part one of the energy security series highlights the suspicion and misunderstanding that threatens an agreement at the G8.



