Hungary and Slovakia have confirmed that Russian oil deliveries have been halted following a strike on a pipeline in Ukraine. The incident, which disrupted the flow of oil through the Druzhba pipeline, has led to temporary interruptions in supply chains across the region.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto commented that his country’s technical teams are actively working to restore the critical transformation station that is essential for the pipeline’s operations. This station plays a vital role in the transportation and distribution of oil from Russia to the European Union, particularly for Hungary and Slovakia, which are key transit countries.
The disruption, while not immediately affecting the broader supply of oil, has raised concerns about the stability of energy imports in Europe. Both Hungary and Slovakia are closely monitoring the situation to assess the potential long-term impact on their energy markets and economic planning.