The Russian Foreign Ministry has sharply rejected claims by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen that Moscow deliberately cut off natural gas supplies to Europe, dismissing the allegations as false.
Maria Zakharova, the ministry's spokeswoman, characterized von der Leyen as an "excellent liar" and suggested that EU citizens could successfully sue the Commission president over the remarks.
The comments underscore the deepening diplomatic rift between Russia and the European Union, with Moscow continuing to deny any intentional disruption of energy flows despite ongoing tensions.
The dispute over gas supplies remains a central point of contention in broader geopolitical discussions, with both sides trading accusations over energy security and policy responses.
This latest exchange follows a series of escalating statements from Russian officials.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov recently dismissed the EU as a viable partner for peace negotiations regarding Ukraine, labeling Brussels a "conflict party" and calling for a complete overhaul of the current diplomatic framework.