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Estonia Warns: Hungary's Veto Could Unfreeze €240 Billion

4/6/2025

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Tsahkna Warns Hungary

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna issued a stark warning: Hungary's possible veto on extending EU sanctions against Russia could lead to the release of €240 billion in frozen assets back to Putin. He urged for asset confiscation and proposed invoking Article 7 of the EU Treaty to revoke Hungary's voting rights, highlighting the urgency of the situation.

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EU Pressures Hungary

Hungary is under intense pressure from EU nations pushing for sanctions over its violations of core EU values. The looming Article 7 process could result in severe penalties, such as the suspension of Hungary's voting rights. Its withdrawal from the ICC and pro-Russian alignment deepen worries about accountability and commitment to international law.

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Tsahkna Warns Hungary

Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna issued a stark warning: Hungary's possible veto on extending EU sanctions against Russia could lead to the release of €240 billion in frozen assets back to Putin. He urged for asset confiscation and proposed invoking Article 7 of the EU Treaty to revoke Hungary's voting rights, highlighting the urgency of the situation.

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