Group 1 - The import volume of Russian natural gas to Europe has reached a nearly seven-month high, with daily supply increasing to 51.2 million cubic meters in September, the highest since February's peak of 54.6 million cubic meters per day [1][3] - The only operational pipeline remaining for Russian gas to Europe is the "TurkStream," which has been less affected by Ukrainian attacks due to its location primarily in third countries [3] - The increase in Russian gas exports in September is mainly driven by Greece, which has seen an 80% rise in imports since August, reaching 9 million cubic meters per day, while the volume of Russian liquefied natural gas has decreased by one-third to 6 million cubic meters per day [3] Group 2 - The dependency of European countries on Russian natural gas is highlighted, as reducing liquefied natural gas imports necessitates an increase in pipeline gas purchases, making it challenging to sever ties with Russian energy supplies [3] - As winter approaches, the demand for natural gas in Europe is expected to significantly increase, indicating that if energy ties with Russia were not severed during summer, it would be nearly impossible to do so in winter [3]

Core Viewpoint - The CEO of Norway's national oil company indicates that the likelihood of Russian pipeline natural gas returning to Europe is lower than previously expected in February, and there is no indication that the Nord Stream pipeline will be reactivated [1] Group 1 - The possibility of Russian natural gas returning to Europe has diminished compared to earlier predictions made in February [1] - There is skepticism regarding the reactivation of the Nord Stream pipeline [1]