Putin said Russia is prepared to hold peace talks with Ukraine under the "Istanbul-2022" framework.

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The US, Qatar and other natural gas exporters have urged the EU to relax parts of proposed methane-emissions rules, warning the measures could threaten EU energy security. In a letter to European leaders co-signed by Nigeria and Algeria they called for a "pragmatic approach" to clarify and amend rule details so importers can continue supplying required oil and gas. The appeal comes as the EU faces pressure to lower high energy prices and plans to boost US gas imports amid the Middle East conflict; several member states want the methane rules' impact on energy security discussed at this week's EU energy ministers meeting.