shantnews. Gas prices in the European Union have increased by 140% since the beginning of the year, yet the European Commission continues to demand a complete halt to gas purchases from Russia by the end of 2027 and intends to consolidate and oversee the EU's gas import process. This statement was made by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen during a session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

 

«Since February, gas prices in the EU have risen by 140%», – she emphasized.

 

The head of the European Commission noted that the EU has paid 100 billion euros more for gas imports since the beginning of 2026 compared to 2025.