Russian gas supplies to the EU via Ukraine will cease on January 1, 2025, ending a lucrative five-year deal. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy has no plans to renew the agreement, emphasizing the need for Europe to reduce reliance on Russian energy. The EU has been working to find alternative sources since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022, with Russian gas imports dropping from over 40% in 2021 to 8% in 2023. Despite efforts, some eastern EU countries still depend heavily on Russian gas, and the expiration of the deal will impact energy costs and economic stability across Europe. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)