Every time you hear a European leader condemn Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, it is worth remembering one salient fact - with every month that passes, European nations continue to pour billions of dollars into Putin’s coffers thanks to Europe’s continued reliance on Russian oil and gas.

Stephen Sackur is in Brussels to speak to the EU commissioner for energy Kadri Simson. Can Putin continue to count on Europe’s addiction to his oil and gas? Show less