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Russia's Gas Exports to Europe Plummet, TurkStream Rises

12/30/2025

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In 2025, Russia's pipeline gas exports to Europe fell 44% to about 18 billion cubic meters, the lowest since the 1970s.
Ukraine did not renew its transit agreement with Russia, leaving TurkStream as Europe's only route.
TurkStream deliveries rose 7% to 16.8 billion cubic meters.
The European Commission is developing a strategy to eliminate Russian fossil fuels from the EU market.

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Story summary

In 2025, Russia's pipeline gas exports to Europe fell 44% to about 18 billion cubic meters, the lowest since the 1970s.
Ukraine did not renew its transit agreement with Russia, leaving TurkStream as Europe's only route.
TurkStream deliveries rose 7% to 16.8 billion cubic meters.
The European Commission is developing a strategy to eliminate Russian fossil fuels from the EU market.