Selenskyj Urges Europe to Bolster Energy Independence from Russia

Baltic states disconnect from Russian grid as Ukraine promotes alternative energy partnerships and sanctions on Russian shadow fleet.

Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have officially disconnected from the Russian energy grid, integrating their systems with the European network via Poland's LitPol Link.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Selenskyj called for greater European cooperation to reduce reliance on Russian energy, emphasizing partnerships with the U.S. and regions like the Middle East and North Africa.
Ukraine has intensified sanctions on Russian shadow fleet operations and urged the EU to adopt similar measures to counteract Russia's use of energy as a geopolitical weapon.
Ukrainian forces introduced a 'Drone Line' initiative, combining drones and infantry to create a 'kill zone' strategy aimed at giving troops a tactical advantage in frontline battles.
Selenskyj expressed cautious optimism about a potential end to the war in 2025, contingent on stronger sanctions against Russia and international security guarantees for Ukraine.