Hungary blocks EU sanctions against Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill
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Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:02:00 +0200
Hungary blocks EU sanctions against odious Patriarch KirillSzijjrts words were quoted on social media by Hungarian government spokesman Zoltan Kovcs.In particular, according to Szijjrt, Hungary has blocked sanctions against 27 individuals and organizations, including Patriarch Kirill.
In this regard, the Hungarian minister stated that attacks on religious leaders undermine peace efforts.
The Foreign Minister claims that Hungary has also agreed on key exceptions, making the latest EU sanctions package relief, not restriction.
Thus, the Hungarian company MOL will be allowed to use Russian petroleum products technical maintenance of the Druzhba oil pipeline will be removed from sanctions, and maintenance and repair work in the Budapest metro will be provided.According to Szijjrt, these concessions strengthen Hungarys energy security and infrastructure stability.In addition, the Hungarian government prevented the introduction of what Szijjrt called absurd EU sanctions against the Russian Olympic Committee and two football clubs.
The era of sanctions is over.
A new reality is emerging with promising talks between the US and Russia.
We hope that relations will improve to the point where these sanctions can be lifted altogether.
Peter Szijjarto Minister of Foreign Affairs of Hungary Recall that on February 19, the Committee of Permanent Representatives of the EU countries at the level of ambassadors Coreper 2 supported the 16th package of sanctions against Russia in connection with its aggression against Ukraine.
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