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politics24 days ago•205 min saved

Ukraine Wins EU Backing to Restore Druzhba Oil Route to Central Europe

Ukraine accepted the EU’s offer of technical help and funding to repair the Druzhba oil pipeline and restore flows to Hungary and Slovakia, with EU experts available immediately and the Brody pumping station expected to be back online in about six weeks absent further Russian attacks. Kyiv also considers underground storage as a longer‑term solution and will pursue alternative non‑Russian crude routes; Hungary and Slovakia had accused Kyiv of supply restrictions amid tensions as the EU coordinates the response.

via The Kyiv Independent|

#druzhba #european-union #hungary

european-politics24 days ago•6 min saved

Druzhba fix opens door for Orbán to back Ukraine loan before EU summit

EU officials say Ukraine accepted technical support and funding to repair the Druzhba pipeline to restore Russian oil flow to Hungary and Slovakia, offering Viktor Orbán a way to back Kyiv’s €90 billion loan ahead of the EU leaders’ summit. Orbán has blocked the loan over oil deliveries, but Zelenskyy’s acceptance and Brussels’ aid raise hopes for a breakthrough, with sanctions and energy-security issues also in play as leaders prepare for Thursday’s talks.

via politico.eu|

#druzhba #energy-security #european-politics

europe1 month ago•2 min saved

Zelenskyy invites Slovak PM to Kyiv amid Druzhba oil dispute

President Zelenskyy invited Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico to Kyiv to discuss all issues after a week of tensions over the Druzhba pipeline, which has been out of operation for about a month. Hungary and Slovakia want access to inspect the pipeline; Fico argues EU exemptions cover the deliveries and Slovakia has halted some energy shipments to Ukraine in retaliation. The leaders also agreed to form a joint investigative team to assess the pipeline’s condition following a phone call.

via Euronews.com|

#druzhba #europe #fico

europe1 month ago•4 min saved

Orbán backs expert probe of Druzhba pipeline amid veto fallout

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán proposed a fact-finding mission to the Ukrainian section of the Druzhba oil pipeline to assess damage from a Russian attack and help resume deliveries, while admitting political difficulties caused by his veto of a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine. The mission would involve Hungarian and Slovak experts; timing and Kyiv’s approval remain unclear as EU officials push repairs and consider an Adria route as an alternative.

via Euronews.com|

#druzhba #europe #fact-finding-mission

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Slovakia cuts emergency power to Ukraine amid oil transit dispute

Bratislava halted emergency electricity supplies to Kyiv after Kyiv did not restore Druzhba oil transit, as Slovakia and Hungary pressed Kyiv on oil flows; Prime Minister Robert Fico warned of further measures, including reevaluating support for Ukraine’s EU bid. Ukraine condemned the move as blackmail as the Druzhba pipeline remains disrupted after a Russian drone attack, with Kyiv proposing alternative routes and ongoing repairs while Slovakia declares an oil emergency to secure domestic supply.

via Euronews.com|

#druzhba #energy-security #oil-transit

world1 month ago•5 min saved

Ukraine Drones Strike Druzhba Pipeline Hub, Blocking Russian Oil Route to Europe

Ukrainian long‑range drones hit the Kaleykino pumping station on Russia’s Druzhba pipeline in Tatarstan, causing a fire and shutting down a key oil transit node toward Hungary and Slovakia. Kyiv framed the attack as retaliation amid Budapest’s threats to block an EU loan and electricity deliveries, while Moscow acknowledged drone activity but gave no damage details. The strike fits a pattern of Ukrainian operations against Druzhba facilities and highlights ongoing energy-security tensions between Kyiv, Moscow and European partners.

via Kyiv Post|

#drones #druzhba #hungary

europe1 month ago•4 min saved

Brussels oil feud: Hungary blocks Ukraine aid amid Druzhba dispute

Hungary’s foreign minister Péter Szijjártó vetoed urgent Ukraine aid in Brussels over an energy dispute linked to the Druzhba oil pipeline and clashed with Ukrainian journalists, arguing Hungary’s sovereign energy choices and accusing Kyiv of hostility. The move risks stalling a sanctions package, with Hungary previously exempt from a loan but signaling a reversal. The EU says Druzhba damage was caused by a Russian strike, while Kyiv and Brussels trade blame as Europe seeks to reduce Russian oil by 2027.

via Euronews.com|

#brussels #druzhba #europe

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Ukraine rejects energy blackmail from Hungary and Slovakia over Druzhba oil flow

Ukraine's foreign ministry condemned ultimatums by Hungary and Slovakia after they threatened to halt electricity and block Kyiv's €90 billion loan unless Russian oil flows via the Druzhba pipeline are restarted; both neighbours rely on the pipeline and accuse Kyiv of delays. The dispute comes as Russia continues strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, and Zelensky urges a new leaders' meeting to end the war.

via The Guardian|

#druzhba #energy #hungary

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Ukraine blasts energy blackmail as Druzhba row widens

Ukraine condemned Hungary and Slovakia for “blackmail” after they threatened to cut electricity unless Kyiv restarts Russian oil transit via the Druzhba pipeline, damaged by a Russian attack. Kyiv says it may trigger emergency energy measures under the EU association and has proposed alternative routes while the EU coordinates a response, as the standoff deepens a broader energy crisis.

via politico.eu|

#druzhba #energy #hungary