“Commissioner Dan Jørgensen said that although there are no immediate shortages of oil and gas supplies across the 27-member bloc, there is pressure on diesel and jet fuel supplies, as well as 'increasing constraints' in global gas markets, which are driving up electricity prices.”

“Since the start of the war, the EU’s bill for imported fossil fuels has risen by €14bn, according to Jørgensen.”

“Reliance on Russian gas has fallen from 45% before the war to 10% now, and is expected to drop to zero once imports from alternative suppliers increase, particularly from the United States.”

“The EU is also exploring new energy sources from Azerbaijan, Algeria and Canada, as well as smaller producers worldwide.”

“The commissioner warned that the EU must never 'repeat the mistakes of the past by allowing Putin to weaponise energy against us and blackmail member states'.”

“He said the EU remains committed to its ban on Russian gas purchases, aimed at reducing dependence on Russian supplies and cutting off funding for Russia’s war in Ukraine.”

“Jørgensen also encouraged EU countries to consider the International Energy Agency’s 10-point plan, which includes working from home, reducing motorway speeds, promoting public transport and increasing car-sharing.”