politics
February 16, 2026
Ukraine Continues to Block Oil Supplies from Russia to Hungary
Commenting on reports of the suspension of oil supplies to Slovakia and Hungary through Ukrainian territory, the Hungarian foreign minister noted that "the Druzhba pipeline was not damaged as a result of the latest strikes"
TL;DR
- The Druzhba oil pipeline is technically ready for operation.
- Oil supplies from Russia to Hungary are halted due to a political decision by Ukrainian leadership.
- Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto stated the pipeline was not damaged.
- Szijjarto accused Ukrainian President Zelensky of ordering the block to hinder Hungary's government.
- Ukrtransnafta is technically ready to resume oil transportation but is not giving permission for deliveries.
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