Global News Podcast EU agrees to phase out Russian gas imports
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Dec 3, 2025 
Join Sarah Rainsford, BBC Europe correspondent, as she analyzes the EU's historic agreement to phase out Russian gas imports by 2027, highlighting its impact on Russia's economy. Lucy Williamson, BBC Middle East correspondent, dives into the heated controversy surrounding Israel's new conscription draft for ultra-Orthodox Jews, exploring the societal implications and public protests. The discussion is enriched with insights into failed US-Russia peace talks and France's diplomatic maneuvering in China.
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EU Plans To End Russian Gas Reliance
- The EU reached a provisional deal to phase out Russian gas and LNG by the end of 2027.
- Sarah Rainsford says this would cut billions of euros flowing to Russia and mark a new era of energy independence.
Kremlin Uses Energy Ties As Political Leverage
- Russia framed the EU ban as harmful to Europe and used the relationship to accuse the bloc of hypocrisy.
- Sarah Rainsford highlights Russia's narrative of Europe as weak while still benefiting from EU gas revenues.
Peace Talks Stall Over Territory Demands
- US-Russia talks in Moscow failed to yield a peace breakthrough and Moscow shows no sign of conceding territory.
- Nick Beek reports the Kremlin insists talks can continue but holds maximal territorial demands.