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- The European Union finalized a regulation to phase out imports of Russian pipeline gas and LNG by late 2027 to boost energy security.
- LNG imports are banned from January 1, 2027, and pipeline gas imports end by September 30, 2027.
- Member states must submit national diversification plans by March 1, 2026 to address replacement challenges.
- Slovakia and Hungary oppose the measure and plan to challenge it legally.
