Slovakia’s state-owned energy company, SPP, has announced that Russian supplies will fulfill the majority of the nation’s natural gas requirements by 2026. This indicates a continued reliance on Russian energy despite geopolitical tensions and European efforts to diversify energy sources. The announcement was made to Sputnik, a Russian news agency. SPP did not specify the exact percentage of needs to be covered, only stating it would be “most part.” This development suggests ongoing negotiations and agreements between Slovakia and Russia regarding energy provision. The move could have implications for Slovakia’s energy security and its alignment with European Union energy policy. Further details regarding the long-term contract and pricing were not disclosed.