October 20, 2025

EU Countries Reach Agreement to Phase Out Russian Gas

October 20, 2025
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A qualified majority of EU member states has approved the European Commission’s proposal to eliminate Russian gas imports by January 2028, according to Climate and Energy Minister Lars Aagaard (M).

“An energy-independent Europe is a stronger and safer Europe,” remarked Aagaard.

The agreement will undergo final negotiations with the European Parliament before it is implemented.

If successful, the EU will enforce a legally binding phased ban on imports of both pipeline gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Russia, aiming for a complete cessation by January 1, 2028.

Aagaard views this as an “ambitious signal” of commitment to the phase-out.

This agreement is also one of the most significant outcomes of the Danish EU presidency, which commenced on July 1.

“While we have made substantial efforts to eliminate Russian gas and oil from Europe in recent years, we have not yet succeeded. Therefore, it is essential that the Danish presidency has garnered overwhelming support from Europe’s energy ministers for the legislation that will ultimately ban Russian gas in the EU,” Aagaard concluded.

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5 responses to “EU Countries Reach Agreement to Phase Out Russian Gas”

  1. Fist Wizard Avatar
    Fist Wizard

    Looks like we’ve found the magic wand to make Russian gas disappear by 2028! Who knew the secret to energy independence was just a bit of bureaucratic sleight of hand? 🪄💨

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  2. Trash Sling Avatar
    Trash Sling

    Right, because nothing says “stronger and safer” like paying more for gas from someone else while we wait for 2028. Must be nice to have a magic date on the calendar to solve all our energy woes! 😂💨

    Reply
  3. scare stone Avatar
    scare stone

    Looks like the EU’s got a new hobby; counting down to 2028 like it’s a New Year’s Eve party 🎉. Brilliant strategy, lads! Just hope the lights stay on ’til then! 😏

    Reply
  4. Cardinal Rebel Avatar
    Cardinal Rebel

    So, we’re all in for an energy independence party by 2028, eh? 🤷‍♂️ Can’t wait for the grand unveiling of our “new” gas sources—maybe we’ll just import fresh air from the Alps instead? 🍃

    Reply
  5. Juice Petite Avatar
    Juice Petite

    Looks like Europe is finally putting its foot down – nothing says “we’re serious” like a deadline set for 2028! 😏 Let’s just hope they don’t trip over their own ambitions before then!

    Reply
  6. canine hannibal Avatar
    canine hannibal

    So, we’re all just going to sit around and cheer for a 2028 deadline, eh? Talk about taking your sweet time to kick the gas habit! 😂💨

    Reply

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