EU States Increase Russian Energy Imports
Seven EU member states have increased their imports of Russian energy in 2025, despite the bloc's efforts to reduce reliance on Russian fossil fuels.
According to Reuters, in the first eight months of 2025, the European Union imported over 11 billion euros ($12.7 billion) worth of Russian energy, a significant amount considering a 90% reduction in reliance on Russian supplies since 2022.
- France saw a 40% year-on-year jump, importing 2.2 billion euros ($2.5 billion)
- The Netherlands' imports surged 72% to 498 million euros ($579 million)
- Belgium, Croatia, Romania, and Portugal also raised their imports
- Hungary recorded an 11% year-on-year increase
Reuters reported on the increase in Russian energy imports by EU states.
Author's summary: EU states increase Russian energy imports despite reduction efforts.