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Slovakia Threatens Action Against Ukraine Over Oil Delays

3/21/2026

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On March 19, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced potential measures against Ukraine over halted Russian oil.
After a European Council meeting, Fico said Slovakia's oil sector is in a state of emergency.
Fico said Slovakia and Hungary can receive Russian oil via the Druzhba pipeline until 2027.
Fico said Kyiv's delays have stalled the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia.
Slovakia and Hungary oppose cutting ties with Russia.

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On March 19, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced potential measures against Ukraine over halted Russian oil.
After a European Council meeting, Fico said Slovakia's oil sector is in a state of emergency.
Fico said Slovakia and Hungary can receive Russian oil via the Druzhba pipeline until 2027.
Fico said Kyiv's delays have stalled the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia.
Slovakia and Hungary oppose cutting ties with Russia.