No EU appetite for Russian gas so far, as US and European negotiators discuss Ukraine peace deal

EU diplomats confirm there are no plans to purchase Russian gas, emphasizing continued sanctions against Russia amid ongoing talks in Brussels regarding Ukraine's post-war recovery. The EU remains committed to reducing fossil fuel dependency on Russia, with discussions involving US and Ukrainian officials focusing on security guarantees and economic support. The Ukrainian delegation, led by intelligence chief Rustem Umerov, included representatives from various ministries and BlackRock. The E3 group is expected to lead future peacekeeping efforts in Ukraine.