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Szijjártó regularly reported to Lavrov during EU meetings - WP

The Hungarian Foreign Minister conveyed details of secret EU discussions to the Kremlin. Russian hackers also had full access to the Hungarian ministry's networks.

Politics • March 21, 06:41 PM • 11987 views
US Treasury lifts sanctions on two Russians and one foreign company

Yuri and Lidiya Korzhavin, a UAE-based firm, and two other foreign nationals were removed from the lists. The US Treasury Department did not officially state the reasons for lifting the restrictions.

News of the World • March 21, 02:10 PM • 5379 views
Russia wanted to stage an assassination attempt on Orban before the elections in Hungary - WP

The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service developed the Gamechanger plan to influence the elections in Hungary. The purpose of the staging was to shift voters' attention to security.

News of the World • March 21, 12:15 PM • 80114 views
MFA: actions of Hungarian law enforcement officers against Ukrainian cash collectors may be equated to torture

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine reported inhumane treatment and forced injections to detained cash collectors. Kyiv demands punishment for those responsible and the return of Oschadbank's assets.

Politics • March 21, 12:18 AM • 12393 views
Putin's former translator appointed OSCE observer for Hungarian elections - human rights activists called for a change in the delegation's composition

Human rights activists demand the removal of Russian Daria Boyarskaya from the OSCE mission due to risks. The organization refused to dismiss the advisor despite her past in the Russian Foreign Ministry.

Politics • March 20, 08:56 PM • 10280 views
Hungarian officials gave a "forced injection" to a detained Ukrainian citizen

Seven employees of Oschadbank were detained in Hungary while transporting gold. One of them was forcibly injected with a drug, which led to hospitalization.

Society • March 20, 03:41 PM • 7048 views
MFA: Hungary politicizes the issue of the Druzhba oil pipeline

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine notes the absence of condemnation from Budapest regarding the shelling of the oil pipeline. Hungary politicizes this issue and makes demands on Ukraine, which, according to Kyiv, is absurd.

Economy • March 20, 05:39 AM • 5529 views
Fico threatens Ukraine with retaliatory steps over oil transit halt

The Slovak Prime Minister declared a state of emergency in oil supply. He accused Zelenskyy of interfering in the Hungarian election campaign.

Economy • March 20, 01:58 AM • 13544 views
Meloni told EU leaders she understands Orban's position on Ukraine - Politico

The Italian Prime Minister called Orban's actions normal due to elections and oil pipeline problems. Other EU leaders are outraged by Hungary's breach of agreements.

Politics • March 19, 06:46 PM • 6871 views
European Council calls for immediate opening of negotiation clusters for Ukraine's EU accession - statement by 25 leaders

EU leaders demand the immediate opening of the fundamentals cluster. Ukraine has already received the full package of conditions for membership in the bloc.

Politics • March 19, 02:22 PM • 5684 views
EU leaders expect the swift adoption of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia

The European Council calls for restrictions on Russia's shadow fleet and banking system. Ukraine is expected to receive the first payment of a 90 billion euro loan in early April.

Politics • March 19, 02:08 PM • 27445 views
Hungary closed the entry to the Schengen area for three Ukrainians due to “threats” to Orban

The Hungarian government has banned the entry of Hryhoriy Omelchenko, Yevhen Karas, and Borys Tizenhauzen. The Ukrainian citizens are accused of threatening the prime minister.

Politics • March 19, 01:44 PM • 4288 views
Costa called Orban's behavior "unacceptable" amid the blocking of €90 billion for Ukraine

Hungary and Slovakia are blocking a loan to Ukraine, demanding a solution to the Druzhba oil pipeline issue. Costa stated that Budapest has alternative supply routes.

Economy • March 19, 01:32 PM • 4794 views
Naftogaz presented to EU partners a plan for the restoration of "Druzhba" at a meeting with the technical working groupPhoto

Naftogaz presented to EU partners a plan for the reconstruction of the Brody station and an assessment of the damage. The European Union will provide financial and technical assistance for the repairs.

War in Ukraine • March 19, 12:39 PM • 4890 views
Kallas calls for 'political courage' to unblock €90 billion for Ukraine amid Hungarian resistance

Kaja Kallas called on EU leaders to unblock a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine. Viktor Orbán is blocking aid over the issue of Russian oil supplies.

Politics • March 19, 09:40 AM • 5167 views
Orban rejected the possibility of progress on €90 billion for Ukraine and sanctions against Russia

The Hungarian Prime Minister rejected the possibility of progress in financing Ukraine and restrictions against Russia. He demands a full restoration of oil supplies from Russia.

Politics • March 19, 08:48 AM • 4953 views
EU has a strategy for Orban at the summit over a €90 billion loan to Ukraine - Politico

At the EU summit, they will try to force Hungary to unblock 90 billion euros for Kyiv. Diplomats call Orban's position a crisis of trust and an act of desperation.

Politics • March 19, 06:25 AM • 28504 views
Vance plans to visit Hungary to support Orbán ahead of elections

The US Vice President plans a visit to Budapest amid Viktor Orbán's declining approval ratings. The trip may be postponed due to the conflict between Israel and Iran.

Politics • March 18, 07:23 PM • 9024 views
Demonstrates the scale of Russian interference in Hungarian elections on Orbán's side - Sybiha on hostile information-psychological operations against Hungarians in Zakarpattia

The SBU exposed a Russian special operation involving fake calls and threats to the Hungarian community. Sybiha stated that these actions were coordinated with Viktor Orbán's campaign.

Politics • March 18, 05:39 PM • 5066 views
Czech Republic ready to launch reverse oil flow via Druzhba pipeline to Slovakia

The Czech Republic is ready to invest 1 billion crowns in reverse oil supplies for Slovakia. The route's capacity could reach 3 million tons per year.

Economy • March 18, 04:03 PM • 15935 views
Access to the Druzhba oil pipeline is regulated by the SBU - MFA Spokesperson Tykhyi

The MFA spokesperson stated that access to strategic facilities during wartime is regulated solely by the SBU. Ukraine is discussing the condition of the damaged pipeline with the European Commission and partners.

Society • March 18, 02:57 PM • 4407 views
Ukraine's women's national team advanced to the second stage of EuroBasket 2027 qualifiers

The Ukrainian team defeated Azerbaijan and advanced to the next round as one of the best third-placed teams. The draw for the six qualifying groups will take place on March 31.

Sports • March 18, 08:09 AM • 3797 views
EU made another attempt before the summit to force Orban to unblock €90 billion loan to Ukraine - what is known

António Costa urged Viktor Orbán to fulfill his December commitments regarding the loan. The EU proposes repairing the Druzhba oil pipeline to break the deadlock.

Economy • March 18, 07:35 AM • 36645 views
Ukraine to resume transit of Russian oil via Druzhba in a month and a half

Zelenskyy informed the EC about the timeline for repairing the Brody pumping station after Russian attacks. Ukraine will build underground storage facilities and is looking for alternative routes.

Economy • March 17, 05:39 PM • 21055 views
Orban will block aid to Ukraine until Russian oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline are fully restored

Viktor Orban refuses to unblock financial aid to Ukraine until Russian oil supplies are fully restored. He accuses Kyiv of interference.

Economy • March 17, 04:00 PM • 5847 views
EU expects progress on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine after the agreement on "Druzhba" - "ideally" this week

The European Commission expects progress on the loan by March 20 after Zelenskyy's agreement to repair the oil pipeline. Hungary previously blocked funds and new sanctions.

Economy • March 17, 02:51 PM • 30902 views
Europe must be ready to take the US's place in peace talks in Ukraine - Costa

António Costa stated the EU's readiness to take the initiative from Trump. The bloc will continue to pressure Moscow and refuse Russian energy carriers.

Politics • March 17, 02:24 PM • 4774 views
Russia promotes the narrative of “Ukraine-terrorist” to split the West

Russia spreads disinformation about terrorist attacks and NATO's weakness through 110 resources. More than 50% of foreign-language news about Ukraine is part of Russian influence operations.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 01:24 PM • 4286 views
EU stated that it offered financial and technical assistance regarding "Druzhba" and Ukraine accepted the offer

The European Commission will provide Ukraine with funding and technical assistance as part of efforts to restore the oil pipeline's operation. Experts are ready to immediately begin work to restore supplies.

Economy • March 17, 01:00 PM • 20526 views
Hungary and Slovakia decided to build a new pipeline for petroleum products

The countries signed an agreement to build a pipeline for transporting 1. 5 million tons of fuel per year. The project is planned to be completed in the first half of 2027.

News of the World • March 16, 08:34 PM • 11998 views