US Senate Backs EU Energy Diversification and Calls for Stronger Russia Sanctions.
The US Senate expresses support for the European Union's efforts to completely phase out dependence on Russian energy sources, aiming to cut off funding for the war. The resolution urges allies to adhere to the timeline for reducing Russian gas and oil imports and to avoid cooperation with newly sanctioned US companies (Lukoil, Rosneft). These actions are intended to enhance allies' energy security and stabilize global policy.
Key points
The US calls on allies to terminate contracts with Russian energy giants (Lukoil, Rosneft) to avoid exposure to US secondary sanctions.
The Senate supports the EU's REPowerEU plan, which aims to eliminate dependence on Russian fossil fuels entirely by 2028.
Concern was expressed regarding Hungary's increased reliance on Russian energy, urging full adherence to EU commitments.
Bipartisan opposition to the Nord Stream I and II pipeline projects was reaffirmed.
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