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Russia: roadmap for gas phase-out to come in May.

After a six-week delay, the EU Commission wants to present the roadmap for phasing out Russian fossil fuels. It is also preparing for independence from nuclear fuel supplies from Russia.

By Manuel Berkel

Feature

Energy Council: Habeck warns against Russia – and the USA.

The EU's energy ministers are beginning consultations on what energy security should look like once the crisis is over. On Monday in Brussels, Germany's outgoing Economics Minister issued an urgent warning against new dependencies.

By Manuel Berkel

Nord Stream 2
Analyse

Nord Stream: BMWK rejects import of Russian gas

A new report in the Financial Times is fueling speculation about natural gas supplies through Nord Stream 2. However, the Federal Ministry of Economics rejected the idea on Monday. Independence from Russian gas continues to be of strategic importance.

By Manuel Berkel

Feature

Nord Stream 2 on hold: Ukraine praises German government's decision

Germany and the EU want to respond to Russia's actions in eastern Ukraine with an array of measures. On Tuesday, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced that certification of the controversial Nord Stream 2 Baltic Sea gas pipeline will be put on hold. The US has also imposed sanctions.

By Eric Bonse

Feature

Sanctions against Russia imminent

The EU will not accept Russia's recognition of the Donetsk and Luhansk "People's Republics". Foreign Affairs Commissioner Borrell announces punitive measures. But opinions are still divided on the details.

By Eric Bonse