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Core Viewpoint - The European Union (EU) will fully ban the import of Russian natural gas starting in the autumn of 2027, with a phased approach to the ban [3][4]. Group 1: Ban Implementation - The agreement reached by the EU Council and European Parliament representatives will see a ban on liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Russia starting at the end of 2026, while the ban on pipeline natural gas imports will take effect in the autumn of 2027 [3]. - The Danish Minister for Climate, Energy and Utilities emphasized the necessity for the EU to end its dependency on Russian gas to enhance security and ensure energy supply [3]. Group 2: Impact on Energy Supply - The International Energy Agency reported a significant decline in Russian gas exports to Europe, with LNG exports down by 10% and pipeline gas exports down by 45% year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2025 [3]. - It is projected that Europe’s LNG imports will reach a record high this year, increasing by approximately 20% compared to 2024, driven by rising consumption and reduced pipeline gas imports [3]. Group 3: Opposition from Hungary - Hungary's Foreign Minister expressed that the EU's decision threatens Hungary's energy security, stating that without Russian energy supplies, Hungary's existing infrastructure cannot safely secure sufficient oil and gas [5]. - The Minister warned that the EU's decision could lead to a tripling of energy costs for Hungarian households and indicated that Hungary would immediately initiate legal proceedings against the EU if the ban is formally approved [5].