Russia’s gas is priced in US dollars already. No need to convert to Rubles. And this is the next thing to expect when the McCain/Obama/EU sanctions hit Russia.
Russia might decide they need to be paid in a gold backed trade currency. Then the end of the dollar begins.
Like Putin said, “a monkey with a hand grenade”.
“Like Putin said, “a monkey with a hand grenade”.”
Actually, that was said by Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Rogozin. But your point is well taken...