Source says EU gives go-ahead for partnership talks with Russia

The E.U. has given the go-ahead for talks on a partnership accord with Russia, a diplomatic source informed.

The report follows a decision by Lithuania to lift its veto on the talks.

Among other issues, the Russian-E.U. partnership accord is expected to cover the energy industry.
The E.U. has urged Russia to give foreign companies access to its oil and gas pipelines, while Russia has been reluctant to do so.