politics
March 11, 2026
IN BRIEF: Ongoing Budapest-Kiev conflict and further developments around Druzhba pipeline
The Hungarian parliament adopted a resolution opposing Ukraine's admission to the European Union and the provision of financial assistance to that country
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- Hungary has banned the export of oil and certain petroleum products.
- The Hungarian parliament passed a resolution opposing Ukraine's EU admission and financial aid for its conflict with Russia.
- Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced restrictions on fuel purchases for non-Hungarian vehicles, farmers, and businesses.
- These measures are attributed to rising global energy prices, the war in the Middle East, and Ukraine's alleged "oil blockade" related to the Druzhba pipeline.
- Ukraine has refused access to inspectors to assess the condition of the Druzhba pipeline, causing frustration in Brussels and among EU countries.
- Hungary is blocking a €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine until supplies via the Druzhba pipeline resume.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky threatened to release Orban's contact information to Ukrainian troops if Hungary continues to block aid.
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