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Tensions are rising within the European Union as divisions deepen over energy policy and support for Ukraine. Hungary’s prime minister has issued a stark warning that challenges the bloc’s current direction.
His remarks come as EU leaders continue to push for reducing reliance on Russian energy, reports Ukrainska Pravda.
Sharp criticism
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán described the EU’s approach to phasing out Russian oil as “crazy,” according to Ukrainska Pravda, citing European Pravda.
“The fact is at this moment that it is just knocking on the door – the shortage of oil globally. So the behaviour and the strategy that Europeans have here is just crazy.”
He argued that Europe remains heavily dependent on Russian energy supplies.
“So we definitely need Russian oil. So we cannot survive this situation, which is just under this condition and is getting more and more serious without involving Russian fuel energy. Europe cannot survive without that.”
Political clash
Orbán also accused EU institutions of attempting to influence Hungary’s domestic politics.
He claimed that figures in Brussels want a government change following upcoming elections.
“So here in Brussels, many of them… think that the only way out of this situation is that the national government loses the election and the pro-Ukrainian government will be formed.”
He further alleged external backing for Hungary’s opposition.
Standoff continues
The comments come after EU leaders criticized Hungary for blocking a major financial package for Ukraine.
Orbán has refused to lift his veto on decisions supporting Kyiv until Russian oil flows resume through the Druzhba pipeline.
The pipeline was recently damaged, adding to the broader energy dispute.
Energy tensions
The European Union has welcomed Ukraine’s commitment to repair the pipeline within weeks.
However, the disagreement highlights ongoing friction between member states over energy security and the war in Ukraine.
As the bloc seeks to reduce dependence on Russia, Hungary continues to resist, warning of serious economic consequences.
Sources: Ukrainska Pravda, European Pravda
