... and industrial consumers alike. Market participants are also closely monitoring the EU's further steps to enhance energy security – including discussions on updated regulations for mandatory storage filling and potential restrictions on remaining Russian gas imports. Outside Europe, new gas supply routes are emerging. In the Middle East, Turkey has commenced supplies of Azerbaijani natural gas to Syria – a notable development that diversifies energy supply in the region and partially fills the gas shortage ...

... Unlike the US, which is cornering the Europeans economically, the US is well aware that payments for pipeline gas are routed through Gazprombank, and at present, there is no alternative method for payment. Meanwhile, the US is deliberately cutting off Russian gas supplies not from March 1 or April 1, 2025, when the heating season ends, but from December 20, during the peak of the heating season,” said Igor Yushkov, an expert from the National Energy Security Fund and Financial University under the Government ...

... export flows to other markets,” Natalia Milchakova recalled. The Russian Ministry of Finance previously provided estimates indicating that Russia lost approximately a quarter of oil and gas budget revenues due to the EU oil embargo and the cessation of Russian gas pipeline operations into Europe. However, after 2026, the budget revenue decline may be limited to only 1–3%, the expert highlighted. Currently, pipeline gas is flowing to EU countries only through one of the branches of the "Turkish Stream....

... further weaken Russia’s role in the global market. Together, geopolitical factors and new agreements are creating a clearer long-term picture for investors: transatlantic energy cooperation is strengthening, while risks for those continuing to depend on Russian oil and gas are increasing. Moscow, for its part, is under growing pressure. Trump’s ultimatum regarding Ukraine – the demand for peace within days – if not met, threatens new harsh sanctions. This could also affect the remaining export of Russian energy ...

With the EU considering a shift from Russian LNG to American supplies, the question arises: is this transition technically feasible and economically sound? This article delves into the logistical, infrastructural, and financial challenges of replacing Russian gas, analyzing its impact on the European market and what it could mean for investors. Can the EU Replace Russian LNG with American? Realities, Benefits, and Risks for the European Market The recent statement from European Commission President Ursula ...