The Russia-Ukraine War and Europe’s Energy Bind
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The Russia-Ukraine War and Europe’s Energy Bind

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September 13, 2022 3:09 pm (EST)

The Russia-Ukraine War and Europe’s Energy Bind
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led European governments to propose bans on Russian oil and gas, but rising energy costs and a lack of alternatives are undermining the effort. Here’s how Europe has been challenged by Russia’s leverage in the energy market.

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