The EU now faces a high-stakes balancing act. The proposed law is crucial for upholding the bloc’s global climate goals, but enforcing it would trigger a serious energy crisis and trade conflict with its most vital energy partners. Pressure is mounting within Europe, with key leaders reportedly calling for a delay to the law’s introduction to safeguard fragile energy security. The coming weeks will determine whether Brussels can navigate this complex situation without sacrificing either its climate agenda or its energy stability.
