The war in Ukraine and its impact on Europeans’ lives and economies was in the focus of the EU summit in Versailles on Friday as well. The EU continues to provide humanitarian, medical and financial aid to the Ukrainian refugees and to the host countries, the EU leaders said in a statement, also calling on Russia to ensure safe passage to the civilians trying to leave the country and to allow humanitarian relief to reach the victims. The 27 EU leaders also discussed the European Commission’s plan to reduce by 2-thirds Russian gas imports this year and to make sure that no EU member state purchases hydrocarbons from Russia by 2030. Russia’s natural gas covers over 40% of the EU demand, and 4 alternatives are currently under analysis: imports from other countries, diversifying sources, putting together substantial stocks ahead of each winter season and developing renewable energy sources.
Radio Romania International – 12 martie
