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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Viktor Orban refuses to unblock financial aid to Ukraine until Russian oil supplies are fully restored. He accuses Kyiv of interference.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tikhyi stated that Ukraine did not refuse the meeting because the meeting was not planned. In addition, Hungary has already been provided with full information about the state of the oil pipeline.
Szijjártó announced Ukraine's refusal of a trilateral meeting after the visit of Hungarian specialists. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine denies the official status of this delegation.
Kaja Kallas stated the need for Hungary to adhere to decisions already agreed upon by leaders. The loan issue will be discussed at the European Council meeting.
The CPD uncovered Russian fakes about "energy blackmail" and Ukraine's "blocking" of the Druzhba oil pipeline. According to analysts, the Kremlin continues to try to undermine the trust of European partners in Kyiv.
The Hungarian Prime Minister called the policy of the Ukrainian authorities state terrorism. Orban stated his unwillingness to send weapons and called Russia's war against Ukraine "fratricidal."
The Hungarian Prime Minister's headquarters uses videos with prisoners of war and Russian aid to boost ratings. Orban builds his campaign on Kremlin narratives and criticism of Kyiv.
The third president of Ukraine called on the Hungarian prime minister to stop playing along with the aggressor. Yushchenko recalled Soviet tanks in Budapest and published a joint photo from 25 years ago.
Richard Takáč advised the Slovak Prime Minister not to visit Kyiv due to the risk of assassination. The threats are linked to Zelenskyy's statements regarding Viktor Orbán.
The Hungarian Foreign Minister stated that Ukraine and the Baltic states are pressuring Hungary regarding energy supplies. Budapest refuses to buy more expensive oil for the sake of sovereignty.
Electricity supply and the operation of departmental registers at the border have been fully restored. The processing of vehicles and citizens is now carried out without restrictions.
Due to the lack of electricity at the Tysa border crossing point, the processing of vehicles and citizens has been suspended. Specialists are working to restore power.
35 MEPs demand the return of the confiscated 75 million dollars and 9 kg of gold. Budapest's actions were called banditry and robbery.
Hungarian customs returned the detained armored vehicles to Oschadbank with damage. The money and 9 kg of gold worth 75 million euros remain under arrest.
Viktor Orban instructed Gabor Csepek to meet with Ukrainian officials and inspect the oil pipeline. The Hungarian delegation has already arrived in Kyiv for negotiations.
The cargo allegedly contained a "record" amount of currency and gold. Gergely Gulyás announced the return of assets if the investigation does not confirm suspicion of a crime.
The Hungarian Foreign Minister stated that Ukraine attacked the gas pipeline infrastructure in Russia. Szijjártó called this and the oil blockade a threat to the country's sovereignty.
The Hungarian tax service NAV is returning Oschadbank's armored vehicles without official seizure. The money remains under arrest in a money laundering case.
The President called on Europe to find alternative funding avenues due to Hungary's stance. Orban is blocking funds, weapons, and Ukraine's accession to the European Union.
Péter Szijjártó stated that Ukraine was warned in advance about the visit of oil pipeline auditors. Hungary called the halt of oil transit a grave crime.