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‘Epic moment’: Seminal deal sets scene for Israel to start exporting gas to Europe

European Union, Egypt and Israel sign agreement in Cairo that paves way for Israel to begin selling gas to Europe for the first time

Major initiative: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen looks on as EU Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson (left), Egyptian Minister of Petroleum Tarek El Molla (centre) and Israeli Minister of Energy Karine Elharrar (right) sign a gas cooperation agreement in Cairo
Major initiative: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen looks on as EU Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson (left), Egyptian Minister of Petroleum Tarek El Molla (centre) and Israeli Minister of Energy Karine Elharrar (right) sign a gas cooperation agreement in CairoPhoto: REUTERS/SCANPIX
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Published 15 June 2022, 11:46Updated 15 June 2022, 14:30