The European Union has proposed sanctions on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) for the first time, breaking a long-standing taboo. This decision comes amid ongoing war in Ukraine and pressure from various sources, including Donald Trump. The sanctions aim to phase out Russian gas purchases by 2027, although Hungary and Slovakia may pose challenges due to their energy dependencies. The EU hopes to expedite the transition away from Russian energy while addressing concerns about national security and energy prices. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)