Tag: von der Leyen, Ursula

With Russian Cutoff Feared, Europeans Are Told to Curb Natural Gas Use

The European Union’s executive branch says member countries must cut consumption by 15 percent between now and the springtime to stave off a major crisis as Russia weaponizes its exports.

Fearing Russian Cutoff, Europeans Are Asked to Ration Natural Gas

The European Union’s executive branch says member countries must cut gas use by 15 percent between now and the springtime to stave off a major crisis as Russia weaponizes its exports.

At Europe’s Largest Port, Russia Sanctions Meet Their Toughest Test

The Dutch port of Rotterdam and its staff are at the front line of enforcing the European Union’s restrictions on trade with Russia. It’s no easy task.

New Brand of Activist Takes Aim at Ukraine War and Climate Crisis, Together

Led by young women from Eastern Europe, they are cornering Europe’s leaders and pressing them for a total energy embargo on Russia — to end the fighting and to save the planet.