Save Energy to Stop Russian Agression

Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure are having an impact on Moldova’s energy security too. The EU stands by Moldova and is ready to step up support to keep the lights on. 🇪🇺🇲🇩

The European Union will not backtrack on its ban on Russian fossil fuel imports or slow down its shift to renewables, Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen said. “We should not again ever import as much as one molecule,” he told POLITICO. politico.eu/article/eu-won…

Prime Minister of Moldova Alexandru Munteanu: ‼️Russian attacks on Ukraine have disrupted Moldova's power lines. "What is happening today in the energy sector is not an accident. Russia’s attacks on civilian energy infrastructure in Ukraine constitute a war crime, but also an attack on us here in the Republic of Moldova. Last night’s strikes led to the disconnection of the main power line supplying the Republic of Moldova - the Vulcănești-Isaccea line. All four interconnection lines with Romania have been activated, but the situation remains complicated. Russia bears full responsibility for this."

Russia’s strikes on civilian energy infrastructure in Ukraine are a war crime — and an attack on all of us. Overnight strikes disconnected Moldova’s key power link with Europe. Alternative routes are in place, but the situation remains fragile. Russia alone bears responsibility.

russian terrorists have destroyed a dam on the Siverskyi Donets near Raihorodok. Not a military target. Not an accident. Deliberate terror. This threatens flooding, cuts water supply in eastern Ukraine, and puts civilians at risk. How much longer will this be ignored?

🌲🌳 From the firs of the Carpathians to the pines of Polissia and the oak groves of the Eastern regions, forests cover almost 16% of Ukraine's area. Precious natural riches, in peacetime, they provide biodiversity, as well as build economic and climate stability. However, Russia's war of aggression has ruined this balance. According to the World Wide Fund for Nature, the area of ​​forest fires alone has increased 90 times compared to 2021. In general, about 30% of Ukrainian forests have suffered from enemy hostilities, shelling, and occupation. The real scale of losses is difficult to measure because of Russia's ongoing aggression. Just imagine – according to preliminary estimates, the level of damage reaches 2.47 billion hryvnias. ❗️ Ukrainian forests need protection. Yet, to save them, Russia's aggression against Ukraine must be immediately stopped.

Russia launched massive attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, leaving the Ukrainian people to endure harsh winter conditions The EU has supported Ukraine through every winter of the war and is already preparing for the next one.

Approximately 15% of Ukraine’s forests have already been affected as a result of Russia’s full-scale invasion. The fragile natural balance can be disrupted within minutes, while its restoration will take years. Due to the long-term consequences, it is currently difficult to fully assess the extent of environmental damage. However, it is already clear that it is significant. #EnvironmentalCrimes

Russia’s aging shadow fleet is a ticking time bomb for European nature.

Soaring energy prices as a result of the Middle East escalation increase the risk of Russian aggression escalating in Europe. To mitigate this impact, pressure on Russia should not be reduced but rather increased sharply. Russian shadow fleet tankers must not only be stopped but also seized. Individual sanctions must be expanded. It is also time to impose EU-wide entry bans for Russian combatants. The 20th EU sanctions package must be adopted without delay, and any blackmail by separate member states on unrelated issues must be stopped with decisive action. Sanctions against Russia are about more than just supporting Ukraine or expressing solidarity with Ukrainians. The EU imposes sanctions against Russia for its own sake, to counter Russia’s aggressive war machine that poses a threat to every European family. The same is true for the €90 billion loan for Ukraine—this money is not charity; this is an investment in countering Russian aggression and maintaining peace in Europe. All of these steps are critical strategic security issues for all of Europe, and they are urgent.

The EU has sent assistance to Moldova after a Russian attack on a Ukrainian hydroelectric station, which is suspected of polluting the Dniester River, left hundreds of thousands without safe drinking water. politico.eu/article/moldov…

Kyiv. We haven’t had central hot water since January 9. Today, it came back. Yes, we have a boiler, but it runs on electricity. Not every home has a boiler. Tonight, our district will have a small feast — hot water.

A reminder: in June, it'll be 3 years since Russia blew up the Kakhovka dam, and Russians have never been properly punished for this terrorist act

Europe will not import single molecule of Russian fuel in future, said EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen in Brussels Europe was too dependent on Russia for too long, Putin used it as weapon, and repeating that mistake is unacceptable, he added euromaidanpress.com/2026/03/16/no-…

There is nothing more expensive than cheap Russian oil. Any solution to rising energy prices should not come at the cost of weakening sanctions against #Russia or #Belarus. #FAC

🔴 BREAKING: Moldova declares a 15-day emergency as an oil slick from a Russian strike on a Ukrainian hydro plant chokes the Dniester River. With the water supply at risk, crews are racing to dam the Dubasari reservoir.

Russia’s attack on the Novodnistrovsk hydropower plant in Ukraine has polluted the Nistru, a vital source of drinking water for most of the citizens of Moldova. This is a reminder that Russia’s war does not stop at Ukraine’s borders. We stand in solidarity with the Republic of Moldova. Together with our Member States, the European Commission is ready to provide support through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

Russia’s attack on Ukraine’s Novodnistrovsk hydropower plant has spilled oil into the Nistru River, threatening Moldova’s water supply. We declared environmental alert and are acting to protect our people. Russia bears full responsibility.

Britain will not ease sanctions on Russian oil, Energy Minister Michael Shanks says, breaking with the US which granted a temporary exemption amid rising Middle East tensions. "Sanctions are important." euromaidanpress.com/2026/03/13/bri…

Russia's oil kills.