Nord Stream 2 contests ban on Russian gas imports at EU court
( June 15, 2026, 09:04 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Gas-pipeline operator Nord Stream 2 has asked the EU General Court to annul EU rules phasing out imports of Russian natural gas, or alternatively key provisions that effectively prohibit imports through its infrastructure. The company argues the measure was adopted on the wrong legal basis and breaches the principles of proportionality and equal treatment, as well as its property rights and freedom to conduct business. Nord Stream 2 also alleges the EU institutions misused their powers in adopting the regulation.Official notice attached. Case reference is T-264/26. ...
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