# Hungary risks energy catastrophe if cut off from Russian gas in 2027, expert says

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- TASS, 2026-10-07 14:47 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://tass.com/economy/2198903

> Artyom Ilyinsky says Hungary could face a situation bordering on an energy catastrophe if Russian gas supplies are cut off in 2027. Large-volume deliveries under non-Russian gas agreements are not due to begin until 2028, while Washington has yet to decide whether Hungary can continue using Russian oil and gas for now without penalties.