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Europe plans to eliminate Russian gas by 2027, but faces significant infrastructure challenges, as much of the necessary capacity is still under construction or in planning stages. Despite a 44% drop in Russian gas exports via pipeline in 2025, Hungary and Slovakia continue to invest in existing pipelines, complicating disconnection efforts. Floating Storage and Regasification Units (FSRUs) are emerging as a rapid solution for LNG, but the region's energy independence depends on timely infrastructure development.