EU Chief Says the Bloc Plans to Exit Russian Oil by 2028

European Union officials are standing behind the 2028 deadline set for eliminating energy imports from Russia even as the Trump administration calls for immediate action against the Russian economy to undermine its war effort in Ukraine. EU energy commissioner Dan Jorgensen recently confirmed that Brussels is still committed to phasing out its reliance on Russian energy by January 2028, allowing the regional bloc enough time to wean itself off oil and gas imports from Russia. 

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the war’s impact on the global energy landscape underscored just how dependent the European Union had become on cheap energy imports from Russia. Once the Kremlin cut natural gas exports to several European nations in retaliation for sanctions, it became clear that the EU needed to find alternative energy suppliers, and a plan was established to help the region reduce its reliance on Russian energy without crippling its economy. 

However, Slovakia and Hungary, which still import notable amounts of energy from Russia through long-established pipelines, have raised opposition to the EU’s plan to phase out Russian energy. Both countries import an estimated 200,000 to 250,000 barrels of Russian crude oil daily through the Druzhba pipeline system, accounting for around 3% of the EU’s total oil consumption. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico emphasized the need for reliable energy supplies while noting that multiple European countries continue purchasing both Russian gas and American liquefied natural gas. 

His comments highlight the complex balancing act facing leaders attempting to maintain energy security while reducing dependency on Moscow’s exports. In the meantime, Trump administration officials have urged European leaders to halt Russian energy purchases without specifying exact timelines, as Washington seeks to end the Ukraine conflict. As one of the largest energy exporters in the world, Russia is undoubtedly using its fossil fuel revenue to fund the ongoing war in Ukraine. The Trump administration’s pressure on countries that buy Russian energy reflects a broader American strategy to weaken Moscow’s revenue streams that have sustained military operations since the 2022 invasion began. 

But cutting off Russian oil and gas abruptly will be difficult for European countries that have been reliant on Russian energy for over half a decade. The EU’s 2028 deadline will give member nations the time they need to secure alternative suppliers who can meet the demand currently covered by Russian imports. Jorgensen indicated that negotiations with Hungarian and Slovak officials regarding their concerns are ongoing, though Brussels could proceed with majority approval if necessary. 

The commissioner emphasized that Russian President Vladimir Putin had weaponized energy supplies through blackmail tactics against member states, while European purchases inadvertently supported Moscow’s military financing, making it critical for the EU to eliminate Russian energy imports. 

Given that Russia is a major producer of oil and gas, and many countries are working to wean themselves off from its products, there is a supply gap that needs to be filled. Many companies, such as GEMXX Corp. (OTC: GEMZ) are actively exploring for new oil and gas resources to get a share of the market for this crucial commodity. 

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