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Return to Russian fuels would be ‘strategic blunder’ says top EU official
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated on March 11, 2026, that a return to Russian fossil fuels would be a "strategic blunder" for Europe. According to von der Leyen, relying on Russian fuels would increase Europe's dependence, vulnerability, and overall weakness.
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EU must become more realistic and interest-driven.
Ursula von der Leyen
via South China Morning Post · Mar 9EU must decide if the rules-based international order is a help or hindrance.
Ursula von der Leyen
via South China Morning Post · Mar 9EU officials have said the situation is yet to reach the crisis levels hit after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
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