Europe’s fossil fuel reliance could be weaponized in war, EU chiefs warn

Politico Europe: “Now we’re talking about a situation where we are not at war, but we are already seriously constrained in our use of oil, gas, kerosene,” said Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra said, referring to the energy crisis caused by the Iran war.

“Just imagine what that would be in a situation of close to war or even war, and the other side is using that to choke you,” he added. “So I understand why the average general is freaking out about this huge dependency.” …

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