Why does Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi argue the EU should reconsider its ban on Russian gas imports starting in 2027?

Claudio Descalzi argues the EU should reconsider the ban because it is unclear how the bloc could replace 20 billion cubic metres of Russian gas, which provides vital flexibility to the output of power stations.

What did Descalzi say about the geopolitical significance of the conflict in Iran?

Descalzi stated that, in terms of the disruption of energy supplies, the conflict in Iran is 'the most important event of the last 40 years.'

EU Should Reconsider Ban on Russian Gas Imports, Eni CEO Says

Apr 13, 2026

Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi urges the EU to rethink its planned ban on Russian gas imports starting in 2027, citing supply flexibility issues and potential disruptions from the conflict in Iran.

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