EU gas imports: Bloc to phase out Russian energy by 2027; aims for full independence

EU energy ministers have agreed to phase out remaining Russian gas imports by the end of 2027, a move aimed at ending energy dependence on Moscow. This plan, part of the RepowerEU initiative, will prohibit new Russian gas contracts from 2026, with existing deals ending by 2028.

EU gas imports: Bloc to phase out Russian energy by 2027; aims for full independence
EU energy ministers have agreed to phase out remaining Russian gas imports by the end of 2027, a move aimed at ending energy dependence on Moscow. This plan, part of the RepowerEU initiative, will prohibit new Russian gas contracts from 2026, with existing deals ending by 2028.