Hungary
Péter Magyar informed Mark Rutte of Hungary's refusal to supply weapons to Ukraine. The parties also discussed preparations for the July NATO summit in Ankara.
Sybiha urged the EU to play its cards for peace and to open negotiation clusters in June. Sanctions and the demilitarization of the ZNPP are crucial steps.
The European Commission will propose opening the first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations on June 16. Hungary's new prime minister is ready to support this step.
Ukraine rejects alternative integration models and seeks full EU membership. The authorities insist on opening all negotiation clusters in June.
A meeting between the leaders is possible after the settlement of the Hungarian minority issue. Technical negotiations are ongoing, and Berehove is named as a likely meeting place.
The Hungarian Parliament voted to cancel the country's withdrawal from the ICC following an initiative by Péter Magyar. The decision was supported by 133 deputies from the Tisza party.
Zelenskyy hinted at Lukashenko's illegitimacy due to Tsikhanouskaya's participation in the international summit. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to discuss relations specifically with her.
Zelenskyy met with Tsikhanouskaya at a summit in Kyiv. They discussed Russian influence on Belarus and attempts to drag the country into the war against Ukraine.
Magyar reported budget distortions and questionable contracts under the Orbán government. The Prime Minister plans to cut spending and unlock 10 billion euros from the EU.
Lithuania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on the EU to use frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine. The previous 50-billion-euro loan was described as only a temporary solution.
Hungary has reinstated the ban on the import of 20 categories of goods from Ukraine. The government has also changed its mind about withdrawing from the International Criminal Court.
Sybiha announced the removal of obstacles from Hungary regarding European integration. Ukraine expects the formal opening of six negotiation clusters in June.
Diplomatic channels are coordinating the time and venue for the meeting between the leaders of Ukraine and Hungary. The first round of negotiations lasted six hours and showed progress.
Péter Magyar demands rights for the Hungarian minority for the sake of new relations. This is a mandatory condition for the start of negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU.
An explosion occurred at the MOL plant in Tiszaújváros during a unit restart. One person was killed, seven suffered burns, and firefighting efforts are ongoing.
An explosion occurred at the MOL petrochemical plant, resulting in the death of one person. Several individuals sustained serious injuries, and government officials have arrived at the scene of the incident.
Sybiha and Anita Orbán discussed the issue of national minorities and Ukraine's accession to the EU. The second round of expert consultations will be held as early as next week.
Hungary has reinstated a ban on the import of 20 categories of Ukrainian products following a technical error. The restrictions apply to grain, meat, and eggs.
The Tisza Party proposes limiting the Hungarian Prime Minister's mandate to two four-year terms. The abolition of the Sovereignty Protection Office has also been initiated.
Péter Magyar supported Ukraine's right to self-defense by any means. He demands security guarantees stronger than the Budapest Memorandum.
Péter Magyar is initiating a meeting with Zelenskyy in Berehove to restart relations. The negotiations will address the issue of the rights of the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia.
Hungary's new government will not obstruct the imposition of restrictions against the head of the ROC and Russian officials. The EU is also preparing sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet.
Due to shelling and rolling stock wear, it is predicted that six people will compete for a single seat this summer. Ukrzaliznytsia advises planning trips 20 days in advance and using the auto-buy feature.
Ukraine and Hungary have started consultations regarding EU accession and minority rights. The first negotiation clusters are planned to be opened as early as May and June.
Marta Kos welcomed the dialogue between Ukraine and Hungary regarding minority rights. The European Commission plans to open negotiation clusters for EU accession as early as this summer.
The new Prime Minister of Hungary, Péter Magyar, has begun a visit to Poland to restore relations. He plans to revitalize the V4 and involve new partners in the format.
The President updated foreign policy objectives for May-June. Zelenskyy defined tasks regarding the reboot of relations with Hungary and Georgia, the schedule for EU accession, and separately discussed non-public steps to end the war with the Russian Federation.
Péter Magyar discussed the rights of Hungarians in Zakarpattia with the President of the European Council. The parties have begun technical consultations to amend Ukrainian legislation.
Hungary has canceled the deportation and three-year entry ban for seven Oschadbank employees. Ukraine's Foreign Minister called this decision a long-awaited step.
Andrii Sybiha and Anita Orbán discussed minority rights and Ukraine's accession to the EU. Expert consultations on these issues will begin as early as this week.