Can the EU get energy from Russia without funding its war in Ukraine?

Synopsis

Ukraine faces significant fuel shortages as Russian forces destroy its oil and gas infrastructure. Key areas, including Kiev and the Negro, experience low fuel supplies, prompting restrictions on purchases to 10 liters at a time. President Zelenski vows to prevent these shortages but acknowledges the challenges, especially after a missile strike on a crucial refinery. Lana Zechar, an advisor to Ukraine's Minister of Energy, highlights the urgent need for fuel imports due to blocked supply routes, particularly from Odessa, which is now inaccessible due to Russian military vessels. The government aims to eliminate fuel shortages within one to two weeks by rerouting supply chains and relying on neighboring countries for gasoline and diesel, despite logistical hurdles.