US pressuring Serbia to expel Russian companies from energy sector – minister

The US's pressure on Serbia to remove Russian companies from its energy sector highlights the ongoing geopolitical tensions surrounding energy reliance. Serbia's energy minister's statement reflects a critical moment as the country navigates US sanctions against its only refinery, owned by a Russia-linked entity. This situation is compounded by Serbia's recent challenges in gas supply negotiations with the Kremlin, as noted in reports from BBC News. Furthermore, Serbia's government is also pursuing economic development projects, including a joint venture with a firm linked to Jared Kushner, indicating a complex interplay of international relations and domestic energy policy.