Baltic Nations Finalize Decoupling from Russian Electricity Grid

Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania prepare to disconnect from Russia's energy system, marking a historic shift toward European energy integration.

The Baltic states will sever their last electricity connections to Russia and Belarus this weekend, transitioning to the Continental European and Nordic grids.
This move symbolizes a decisive break from Moscow's influence, accelerated by Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
The transition includes a 24-hour 'island operation mode' before full synchronization with European grids on Sunday.
Officials have warned of potential cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns, but robust security and contingency plans are in place.
The disconnection follows decades of preparation, bolstered by €1.2 billion in EU support to achieve energy independence.