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Ukraine Shifts to Gas Amid Russian Drone Attacks

8/27/2025

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In August 2025, Russian drone attacks shifted Ukraine's energy focus from electric power to natural gas.
Ukraine anticipates gas shortages before winter, increasing imports from Azerbaijan and exploring U.S. LNG options.
Hungary and Slovakia, dependent on Russian oil, requested EU support following pipeline disruptions.
The EU asserts that emergency reserves help mitigate energy security risks amid ongoing attacks.

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In August 2025, Russian drone attacks shifted Ukraine's energy focus from electric power to natural gas.
Ukraine anticipates gas shortages before winter, increasing imports from Azerbaijan and exploring U.S. LNG options.
Hungary and Slovakia, dependent on Russian oil, requested EU support following pipeline disruptions.
The EU asserts that emergency reserves help mitigate energy security risks amid ongoing attacks.