Energy blockade of Donbass and its consequences for Ukraine
Journal: Polityka Energetyczna – Energy Policy Journal
Year: 2019

AbstrAct: The annexation of Crimea and military operations that began in eastern Ukraine in April 2014 were the cause of the growing threat to Ukraine's energy security. In terms of coal supplies, Donbass is of key importance for the country's economy. Despite military operations on the east, illegal trade with the occupied territories was flourishing. This situation led to an increase in dissatisfaction amid certain social strata, as well as among volunteer battalions participants who took part