New Delhi, Dec. 4 -- European Council and Parliament reach unprecedented agreement on phased prohibition of Russian natural gas, marking decisive end to continent's decades-long energy dependence on Moscow.

The European Union has reached a landmark agreement to completely phase out Russian natural gas imports by 2027, marking the most decisive step yet in severing energy ties with Moscow following Russia's special military operation in Ukraine. The European Council and Parliament announced the preliminary deal on December 2, 2025, establishing legally binding timelines that will end decades of energy dependence on Russia.

Comprehensive Ban Takes Shape

The agreement prohibits new short-term gas contracts with Russian suppliers starting ...