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EU Stays Firm Against Russian Energy; India Trade Pact in Works

3/17/2026

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The European Union resists re-engaging with Russia for energy imports as prices rise amid the Iran–U.S. conflict.
Dan Jørgensen, the EU energy chief, stresses ending Russian energy dependence and says reverting to past practices would be a mistake.
India is finalizing a Free Trade Agreement with the European Union to boost economic ties and energy security.
The India–EU partnership aims to diversify energy sources and stabilize markets amid geopolitical tensions.

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The European Union resists re-engaging with Russia for energy imports as prices rise amid the Iran–U.S. conflict.
Dan Jørgensen, the EU energy chief, stresses ending Russian energy dependence and says reverting to past practices would be a mistake.
India is finalizing a Free Trade Agreement with the European Union to boost economic ties and energy security.
The India–EU partnership aims to diversify energy sources and stabilize markets amid geopolitical tensions.