EU Plans to Accelerate Russian LNG Import Ban Following Trump's Pressure
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 19 2025
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Source: Reuters
EU's Ban on Russian LNG: The European Union plans to ban Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports by January 1, 2027, a year earlier than previously scheduled, as part of a new sanctions package against Russia, influenced by U.S. pressure.
Broader Sanctions and Energy Dependency: The sanctions will also target Russia's shadow tanker fleet, cryptocurrency, and various banks, while increasing EU reliance on U.S. LNG supplies, raising concerns about energy dependency amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.





