The Council of the European Union recently made a significant move by adopting a resolution and directive that focus on establishing common internal market rules for renewable and natural gases, including hydrogen, while also reforming existing EU gas legislation. The resolution emphasized the critical role of hydrogen in achieving the EU's de-carbonization targets. To safeguard essential security interests, measures are in place to temporarily limit upfront bidding for gas capacity from Russian and Belarusian sources until December 31, 2025, with the possibility of extensions. The package intends to integrate renewable and low-carbon gases like hydrogen to facilitate diversification efforts and reduce dependency on Russian natural gas. Furthermore, guidelines were set to ensure the effective exclusion of natural gas supplies from Russia and Belarus through mechanisms like demand aggregation and joint purchasing. Gas and hydrogen pipeline operators have been assigned the task of developing a comprehensive ten-year plan for the EU network, with a focus on transportation, delivery, and storage of these gases. Overall, the resolution marks a step forward in promoting sustainable energy practices within the EU.