Czech Republic Replaces Russian Oil With Azerbaijani Oil

• 15.04.2026, 19:48

Russia's share of the Czech market fell to 7.7% against 42% a year earlier.

Azerbaijan has become the largest supplier of oil to the Czech Republic by the end of 2025, providing more than 42% of imports of raw materials, while Russia has lost its long-term leadership in this market. This is reported by České Noviny.

Russia's share fell to 7.7% against 42% a year earlier and more than 50% in previous years. In total, the Czech Republic imported more than 6.85 million tons of oil in 2025, up 5.5% year-on-year. The decrease in Russia's share is due to the termination of deliveries through the Druzhba pipeline in March, which have not yet been resumed.

The second place in terms of supplies was taken by Norway (about 20%), the third - by Kazakhstan (18%). In addition, for the first time significant supplies were provided by Saudi Arabia.

The main volume of oil is supplied to the Czech Republic through the IKL pipeline connected to the TAL system, which after expansion can fully cover the country's needs. Deliveries via Druzhba have been practically stopped.

March 12, Czech President Petr Pavel said that the country will not return to buying Russian energy under any circumstances. According to him, the Czech Republic has already completely reduced its dependence on Russian supplies and provides itself with energy from sources in the south and west, which is sufficient for domestic needs.