New field will enable eventual exports to China via 'western route' through Altai Mountains.
Permanent customs task force unveiled as Sabetta gears up to take Russian goods and gas over the top of the world.
A renaissance of one of Siberia's first outposts as the Far North becomes the new economic frontier.
Bulging bumps in the Yamal and Gydan peninsulas believed to be caused by thawing permafrost releasing methane.
Analysts say opening of LNG facility in Queensland with exports to China could affect Yamal as Pacific countries look to take on Russia in Asia.
Mysterious 'gigantic' hole in remote region spotted by helicopters over gas-rich Yamal peninsula.
Satellites show giant hole ringed by 20 'baby craters'.