EU Faces Tensions Over Ukrainian Sanctions on Russian Oil

Hungary and Slovakia seek EU intervention as Ukraine blocks Lukoil's crude oil transit, threatening regional energy security.

Ukraine's sanctions on Lukoil halt Russian crude oil transit to Hungary and Slovakia via the Druzhba pipeline.
The European Commission finds no immediate risk to supply but awaits detailed information from affected countries.
Hungary and Slovakia argue the sanctions jeopardize their energy security, seeking urgent EU consultations.
Ukraine remains open to resolving transit issues for non-sanctioned companies under the EU Association Agreement.
EU imports of Russian oil and gas have significantly reduced, but some member states remain heavily reliant.