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No EU Energy Security Concerns For Now, But Long-Term Risks Rise

European gas prices surged 70 % in a single week as the Middle East conflict intensified, coinciding with historically low storage levels. Despite the spike, EU officials assert there is no immediate risk to gas or oil supplies, citing existing contracts and strategic reserves. The bloc is fast‑tracking additional LNG deals and expanding storage infrastructure to mitigate short‑term shocks. Long‑term analysts warn that reliance on imports leaves the EU vulnerable, prompting accelerated renewable and efficiency initiatives.