Core Viewpoint - The European Commission has proposed legislation to phase out imports of pipeline natural gas and liquefied natural gas from Russia by the end of 2027, and to completely stop importing Russian oil, aiming to reduce dependence on Russian fossil fuels [1] Group 1 - The proposal will follow a co-decision legislative procedure and is expected to come into effect with the support of a majority of member states [1] - Hungary and Slovakia oppose the plan, arguing that energy policy falls under national sovereignty [1]