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EU ministers have agreed to ban Russian gas imports by 2028 as part of efforts to reduce dependency on Russian energy and pressure Moscow amid ongoing conflicts, with a phased approach starting in 2026, despite opposition from Hungary and Slovakia.
The European Union has announced a comprehensive plan to end its reliance on Russian oil and gas by 2027, including banning new Russian gas contracts from 2026 and phasing out existing ones, as part of a broader effort to enhance energy security and transition to renewables. The move aims to cut off Kremlin-controlled energy sources, reduce geopolitical vulnerability, and promote cleaner energy sources across Europe, despite some opposition from heavily reliant countries like Hungary and Slovakia.