
AI-generated summary
Slovakia seeks to maintain access to Russian energy resources, citing economic feasibility. Previously, the country's government announced a plan to phase out Russian oil by the end of 2027.
The decision to completely stop gas purchases from Russia is contrary to the interests of both the European Union and Slovakia. This was stated by the Vice-Speaker of the Parliament of this country, Tibor Gaspar. He was quoted by Izvestia.
According to him, Bratislava has filed a lawsuit with the European Court of Justice and is going to use all available legal mechanisms in order to protect its energy security. In addition, negotiations will take place with the European Commission on a transition period during which supplies of Russian gas can continue.
As Gašpar emphasized, Slovakia does not set itself the goal of creating a conflict with the European Commission. Bratislava advocates a realistic energy policy that aims at stable, affordable and competitive gas supplies.
Earlier, Slovakia's Minister of Economy Denisa Sakova said that her country would abandon Russian oil by the end of 2027. According to her, the security of energy supplies remains an absolute priority for Bratislava, and dependence on oil from Russia is gradually decreasing.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Filing a claim with the European Court of Justice to protect gas supplies.
Very likely · Within months

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