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Orban and Putin Discuss Ukraine Tensions Amid Energy Crisis

3/3/2026

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Viktor Orban, Hungary's prime minister, spoke with Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, about Hungarian nationals captured fighting for Ukraine.
The Kremlin stressed Hungary's balanced approach and commitment to diplomatic solutions in Ukraine.
Orban accused Ukraine of withholding oil via the Druzhba pipeline, harming Hungary's energy security.
The call followed Hungary blocking EU financial aid to Ukraine.
They also discussed Iran's worsening situation and potential effects on global energy.

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Viktor Orban, Hungary's prime minister, spoke with Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, about Hungarian nationals captured fighting for Ukraine.
The Kremlin stressed Hungary's balanced approach and commitment to diplomatic solutions in Ukraine.
Orban accused Ukraine of withholding oil via the Druzhba pipeline, harming Hungary's energy security.
The call followed Hungary blocking EU financial aid to Ukraine.
They also discussed Iran's worsening situation and potential effects on global energy.