Commission urges Hungary to clarify foreign minister’s briefings to Russia
Hungary’s Controversy
The Commission has urged Budapest to clarify allegations that Péter Szijjártó briefed Russian counterpart Lavrov on confidential EU Council meetings.
The Commission has urged Budapest to clarify allegations that Péter Szijjártó briefed Russian counterpart Lavrov on confidential EU Council meetings.
Budapest Responds
Hungarian officials deny claims of any illicit briefings, asserting that their diplomatic communications adhere to EU protocols.
Hungarian officials deny claims of any illicit briefings, asserting that their diplomatic communications adhere to EU protocols.
Clarification requested
Budapest must provide clarity on allegations of Péter Szijjártó briefing Lavrov on EU Council meetings by the upcoming EU Council meeting next month.
Budapest must provide clarity on allegations of Péter Szijjártó briefing Lavrov on EU Council meetings by the upcoming EU Council meeting next month.
Briefing summary
The European Commission has urged Budapest to clarify allegations that Hungarian foreign minister Péter Szijjártó briefed Russian counterpart Lavrov on confidential EU Council meetings. This has led to considerable controversy.
EU officials expressed serious concerns regarding these reports, emphasising the potential breaches of trust among EU member states. The situation is being closely monitored by Brussels.
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