Hungary blocks ban on Russian oil
Budapest called the proposals unacceptable
Hungary has refused to allow restrictions on Russian oil and gas supplies to be included in the new EU sanctions package. German Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto stated that Budapest will stick to its position and will not allow such measures to be included in the sanctions package. According to him, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha appealed to Hungary to support additional energy measures against Russia, but the Hungarian government considers such proposals unacceptable and will block them.
Context
The new EU sanctions package, effective from September 20, is seen as a key tool for exerting pressure on Russia.
Summary:
Hungary has refused to participate in EU sanctions against Russia, blocking restrictions on Russian oil and gas.
- Category: Sanctions
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- Source: https://t.me/newsby_btrc/186508
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