Slovakia challenges Russian gas phaseout regulation at EU’s top court
( June 15, 2026, 08:44 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Slovakia has filed an action before the EU Court of Justice, seeking the annulment of EU rules phasing out imports of Russian natural gas and preparing to end the import of its oil. Slovakia argues that the measure should have been adopted under the EU sanctions legal framework, that it breaches proportionality, and that it lacks adequate reasoning. The action was brought to the court on April 24, and published in the bloc's official bulletin on Monday.Official notice attached. Case reference is Case C-398/26. ...
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