Energy riots in France

France is the largest purchaser of Russian gas in Europe, and the reason is binding, pre-existing long-term  contracts.

French energy companies are locked into "take-or-pay" agreements signed years ago. If they refuse to lift the gas, they must still pay for it, meaning France has chosen to import the fuel until next year. 

Nevertheless expensive American prices are contributing to the cost-of-living crisis, which has had people take to the streets in France.  Media say nothing about this. 

Green policy also means higher taxes and this contributes to the crisis. I expect to see riots replicated in other European countries - it's surprising they're not happening in England. Romania has her own has fortunately.