#Russian Gas

On November 8, Moldova opened the Vulcănești–Chișinău line, and President Maia Sandu announced a complete rejection of Russian gas. The country is expanding energy ties with Romania and the EU.

Hungary has confirmed its intention to halt Russian gas imports by autumn 2027 in line with the EU schedule. Minister Orban also discussed oil supply diversification via the Croatian JANAF pipeline.

Russia's Ministry of Economic Development lowered its 2026 gas production forecast to 683.1 billion cubic meters and LNG exports to 35 million tons. The adjustment is linked to the EU's plans to phase out Russian gas by 2027.

The European Court of Auditors stated that the EU is underinvesting in diversification and renewables, and that gas storage is filled only to 67% versus 80% a year earlier. The auditors called on the EC to more actively monitor the plan to wean off Russian energy.