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Hungary detained seven Ukrainians overnight amid a money laundering investigation following a raid on security vans.
Ukraine has accused Hungary of kidnapping, escalating tensions between Viktor Orbán and Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

EU MORNING UPDATE

Overnight, the European Union addresses pressing economic challenges.
Key discussions focus on energy security and trade dynamics.

EU Urges Ukraine to Permit Access to Key Russian Oil Pipeline Today EU officials are pressing Ukraine to allow access…

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Brussels is urgently addressing the escalating dispute between Budapest and Kyiv over the Druzhba oil pipeline this morning. The European Commission is exploring solutions to ensure energy security for the European Union amidst the crisis.

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The European Commission has welcomed Hungary and Slovakia’s proposal for a fact-finding mission regarding the Druzhba pipeline this morning.
Discussions with Ukrainian authorities are ongoing to authenticate the plan and ensure security of supply.

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MOL, Hungary’s energy company, may pursue legal action against Janaf if Russian oil shipment access is not guaranteed today. This follows tensions over Hungary’s reliance on Russian energy and recent disputes with the European Union.

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This morning, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola signed the EU’s €90 billion support loan for Ukraine, amid misinformation regarding Hungary’s veto. Tensions continue over Hungary’s objections linked to oil supply disputes with Russia.

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Zelenskyy invited the Slovak PM to Kyiv this morning to address ongoing tensions. Hungary and Slovakia have also called for inspection access to the Druzhba pipeline, prompting further discussions within the European Union.

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Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will consult with Slovakia’s Robert Fico this morning regarding Ukraine and the Druzhba oil pipeline dispute. Orbán criticises Kyiv’s response following damages allegedly caused by a Russian drone strike.

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Overnight, doctored videos featuring celebrities urging European leaders to pressure Ukraine for peace on Russian terms circulated on social media. The campaign has been linked to a broader influence operation targeting Ukraine.