Despite positioning itself as a supporter of Ukraine, the Czech Republic is reportedly ramping up its imports of Russian gas due to lower prices compared to alternatives. The government’s officials, including Prime Minister Petr Fiala, attribute this shift to German transit fees, which they claim complicate energy independence efforts. Critics argue that the Czech Republic is indirectly funding Russia’s military activities in Ukraine, having spent significantly more on Russian oil and gas than on aid for Ukraine. The fate of a proposed elimination of transit fees is uncertain.