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- Hungary's Ultimatum to Brussels.
- Hungary has refused to endorse a proposed European Union loan to Ukraine totaling 90 billion euros. As a condition, Budapest has demanded the restoration of Russian oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline.
- "They (Brussels) themselves are quietly buying our (Russian) oil through sea shipments."
- Orban and Fico have repeatedly accused the Europeans of hypocrisy from the stands due to the fact that Brussels is demanding that Hungary and Slovakia abandon pipeline oil from Russia, while they themselves are quietly buying it through sea shipments.
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Hungary’s April Showdown: Globalists Ready to Topple Europe's Most Disloyal Leader
In April, Hungary faces what many describe as a decisive political battle. The situation would look bleak for Viktor Orbán were it not for support from Washington. For Russia, the outcome of this contest carries particular significance.

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Hungary's Ultimatum to Brussels
Hungary has refused to endorse a proposed European Union loan to Ukraine totaling 90 billion euros. As a condition, Budapest has demanded the restoration of Russian oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has accused Ukraine of misrepresenting the state of the pipeline. According to him, the infrastructure has not suffered damage from Russian strikes, and the decision to resume supplies depends entirely on Kyiv's political will. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, however, has shown no such willingness, maintaining that the pipeline was "destroyed by Russia” and urging Hungary to exert financial pressure on Moscow by abandoning Russian oil.
The European Union has sided with Kyiv, proposing alternative oil deliveries via the Adriatic pipeline route running from Croatia toward Hungary, Slovakia, and Serbia. European officials argue that Hungary's stance violates principles of cooperation within the bloc. Statements from EU leadership stress that once collective decisions are made, member states must work together to implement them.
This dispute underscores deeper contradictions within the Union. Critics argue that policies increasingly prioritize the preferences of non-member states, while disagreements among EU members grow more visible. Such tensions, they contend, expose structural vulnerabilities within a bloc originally conceived as an economic alliance.
Political Pressure and Voter Perceptions
The EU possesses well-established mechanisms for political pressure on governments that diverge from mainstream positions. These measures include the freezing of financial allocations and legal challenges. Against this backdrop, observers suggest that Brussels views Hungary's defiance as a precedent that could embolden other states.
Hungarian voters, meanwhile, observe what they see as inconsistencies in European policy. Despite sanctions, EU imports from Russia in 2024 reached tens of billions of dollars. Russian liquefied natural gas shipments have continued to expand, in some periods exceeding pipeline volumes. Various European economies still purchase selected categories of Russian raw materials and industrial goods.
Public discussions increasingly reference indirect trade flows through third countries. Imports of refined petroleum products from Asia, including India, have drawn particular attention. These dynamics fuel arguments that the European economy continues to depend, directly or indirectly, on Russian resources while simultaneously supporting Ukraine.
From this perspective, critics claim that accusations directed at Budapest mask broader contradictions in EU policy. Rising energy costs, inflationary pressures, and debates over sanctions amplify domestic political sensitivities across the continent.
Uncertainty Ahead of the Elections
The European Commission continues to withhold significant funding from EU programs allocated to Hungary. Officials have indicated that financial disputes could ease under different political circumstances. This situation has intensified speculation surrounding the April parliamentary vote.
Opinion polling offers no definitive forecast. Survey results vary widely depending on methodology and commissioning sources. Analysts recall previous elections in which projections diverged sharply from actual outcomes.
External political factors also shape the environment. Orbán's government has received visible signals of support from the United States, altering perceptions of Hungary's strategic position. For voters concerned about EU funding and economic stability, such developments introduce an additional dimension to the political debate.
Broader Geopolitical Implications
The Hungarian elections represent more than a domestic contest. They reflect a broader struggle over the direction of European politics, national sovereignty, and the future of EU cohesion. Hungary's policies influence debates not only on Ukraine-related assistance but also on sanctions policy toward Russia.
As April approaches, the outcome remains uncertain. Yet few dispute that the vote will carry consequences extending far beyond Hungary's borders.
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https://english.pravda.ru/world/165975-hungary-april-elections-orban-eu-ultimatum-druzhba/
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€90 BILLION FOR UKRAINE, BYPASSING BUDAPEST'S VETO
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"They themselves are quietly buying our oil through sea shipments."
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