Ukraine, EU split over US-backed plan to bring Russian gas back to Europe

EU officials have expressed skepticism towards a U.S. proposal to resume Russian gas deliveries through Ukraine, citing legal commitments to phase out Russian gas by 2027. The plan, which aims to generate transit revenue for Ukraine while providing European consumers access to Russian gas, faces significant hurdles due to existing EU sanctions. Despite potential economic benefits, EU leaders are frustrated with U.S. initiatives being presented without prior consultation. The bloc remains focused on energy independence and has no intention of renewing reliance on Russian fossil fuels, emphasizing the political risks associated with such dependence.