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Posted on July 17, 2025 |

Map showing the decline in Russian pipeline gas and LNG imports across the EU from 2015 to 2023, highlighting changes in Russian gas to Europe and their impact on energy security in Europe.

This three-panel map illustrates the changing share of Russian pipeline gas and LNG in total gas imports across EU member states between 2015 and 2023. The image visually supports the blog post’s discussion on the sharp decline in Russian gas to Europe and the varying levels of dependency among countries. It highlights how pipeline sanctions on Russia, combined with strategic shifts in EU energy policy, have contributed to enhancing energy security in Europe. Countries once heavily reliant on Russian gas—like Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia—still show significant exposure, underscoring ongoing challenges. This graphic provides important regional context for understanding the implications of halting Russian gas transit through Ukraine.