The specter of a systemic crisis is once again extending its shadow over Europe, marking a critical shift from mere price instability to a potential physical shortage of essential raw materials like energy, gas, and petrol. This is no longer just a matter of market projections; it is a formal alarm that is shaking the highest levels of the European Union. EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen has officially declared a state of alert, emphasizing the urgent need for preparedness for potential prolonged interruptions in supply.
