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Senators Propose Block Putin Act to Sanction Hungary

3/27/2026

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Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) plan to introduce the Block Putin Act to sanction Hungarian officials who obstruct Ukraine aid.
The legislation stems from Hungary's reliance on Russian oil and its opposition to EU support for Ukraine.
It would sanction Hungary unless it drafts a credible plan to cut Russian energy dependence.
Uncertainty remains over passage due to U.S. President Donald Trump and Viktor Orban's ties.

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Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) plan to introduce the Block Putin Act to sanction Hungarian officials who obstruct Ukraine aid.
The legislation stems from Hungary's reliance on Russian oil and its opposition to EU support for Ukraine.
It would sanction Hungary unless it drafts a credible plan to cut Russian energy dependence.
Uncertainty remains over passage due to U.S. President Donald Trump and Viktor Orban's ties.