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Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán rallied supporters this morning in Budapest, framing April’s election as a choice between peace and war. He criticised Ukraine’s Zelenskyy and the European Union regarding the Druzhba pipeline dispute.

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Overnight, Hungary’s opposition leader Péter Magyar accused Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of collaborating with Russian agents ahead of the 12 April elections. Magyar emphasised the need to address economic challenges in his campaign.

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Hungary and Slovakia are currently opposing the renewal of European Union sanctions against over 2,700 individuals amid ongoing tensions regarding the Druzhba pipeline.
Another meeting is scheduled for today as the 15 March deadline approaches.

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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen agreed this morning on the urgent need to restore the Druzhba oil pipeline.
Disputes over the pipeline continue to impact EU aid distribution to Ukraine.

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This morning, tensions escalate as Hungary blocks a vital €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine, amid accusations and threats between leaders. The European Union faces urgent pressure to resolve the situation before looming deadlines.

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Hungary’s prime minister has raised the nation’s security alert level this morning. Increased checks are now in place amid escalating tensions from the Iran conflict, potentially influencing upcoming elections.

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This morning, Ukrainian authorities have accused Hungary of kidnapping seven employees from a state bank, along with a significant amount of cash and gold. The incident marks a sharp escalation in tensions between the two nations.

Hungary’s Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó announced the country’s veto of the €90 billion loan for Ukraine, prompting strong rebukes from other EU nations who view the move as disloyal during ongoing discussions about support for Ukraine.

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó has accused Ukraine of sabotage, stating that Hungary will block financial assistance for Kyiv until the transit of Russian oil resumes. This development is significant ahead of Hungary’s upcoming election.

Hungary has announced its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), marking a significant shift in its international legal commitments.