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European Lawmakers Propose Ending Strasbourg Sessions Amid Energy Crisis

4/21/2026

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Lawmakers Urge Suspension

A cross-party group of European Parliament lawmakers has urged suspending its monthly Strasbourg sessions amid the energy crisis.
They say the Parliament should lead by example in energy conservation and reduce travel costs, with trips costing €113.8 million annually.
Analysts warn disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could raise energy shortages, with oil prices above $100 per barrel.
The lawmakers advocate holding plenary sessions in Brussels instead of Strasbourg.

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Lawmakers Demand Aid

European Parliament members pressure Norway to increase Ukraine aid by leveraging rising energy revenues.
Karin Karlsbro, Swedish MEP, calls for Norway to assist Ukraine amid rising prices.
Rasmus Andresen, German Green MEP, suggests higher taxes on oil and gas profits.
Norway's Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg says the situation is complex and that Norway already provides substantial aid.
The European Commission will discuss energy crisis measures on April 23–24.

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Lawmakers Urge Suspension

A cross-party group of European Parliament lawmakers has urged suspending its monthly Strasbourg sessions amid the energy crisis.
They say the Parliament should lead by example in energy conservation and reduce travel costs, with trips costing €113.8 million annually.
Analysts warn disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could raise energy shortages, with oil prices above $100 per barrel.
The lawmakers advocate holding plenary sessions in Brussels instead of Strasbourg.

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