EU Imports of Russian Oil Reach Highest Level in Three Months

Kokcha News Agency: In May, the European Union’s imports of Russian oil rose by 5.5%, hitting €407.4 million, the highest level since February of this year.

Of this amount, Slovakia accounted for €205.9 million, a 5.8% decrease compared to April, while Hungary paid €201.5 million, increasing its imports by 22%.

Overall, from January to May, the EU purchased Russian oil worth €2.3 billion, down from €2.9 billion during the same period last year.

Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and sanctions, the EU’s reliance on Russian oil remains significant, though it has seen a slight decline compared to the previous year.