欧盟拟全面禁止进口俄天然气 匈牙利称将起诉

Core Viewpoint - The European Union (EU) is planning to implement a comprehensive ban on the import of Russian natural gas, which Hungary claims violates EU treaties and threatens its energy security. Hungary intends to file a lawsuit if the legislation is passed [1][2]. Group 1: EU Legislation - The EU member states and the European Parliament reached a preliminary agreement on a legislative proposal to gradually and permanently stop importing Russian natural gas [1]. - The agreement stipulates that the EU will phase out imports of Russian liquefied natural gas by the end of 2026 and stop importing Russian pipeline gas by the end of September 2027 [1]. - Additionally, the EU Commission proposed a ban on importing Russian crude oil starting from the end of 2027 [1]. Group 2: Hungary's Position - Hungary's Foreign Minister criticized the EU's decision as politically motivated and disguised as trade policy, arguing it undermines the member states' rights to determine their own energy policies [2]. - He emphasized that Hungary is heavily reliant on Russian oil and gas, and a ban would lead to monopolistic conditions for other suppliers, significantly increasing energy prices for Hungarian households, potentially tripling their energy expenses [2]. - Hungary has initiated legal preparations to challenge the ban and is coordinating with Slovakia for a unified legal response [2]. Group 3: Market Context - Prior to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Russian natural gas accounted for 45% of the EU's total gas imports, and as of October this year, it still represented 12% [2]. - Countries such as Hungary, Slovakia, France, and Belgium continue to accept Russian gas supplies despite the ongoing geopolitical tensions [2]. - A spokesperson for the Russian president indicated that abandoning Russian gas would force Europe to rely on more expensive alternatives [2].