The EU is reportedly pressuring Ukraine to allow inspections of the Druzhba oil pipeline, which Ukraine claims needs repairs due to a Russian air attack, while Hungary and Slovakia suspect Kyiv intentionally halted oil flow.

An EU ambassador was reportedly denied access to inspect the damage to the Druzhba oil pipeline, according to the Financial Times.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy refuted Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán's claims about the Druzhba oil pipeline, stating that its control center and underground sections cannot be seen via satellite, contrary to Hungary's assertions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico for not expressing gratitude for Ukraine's repairs to the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that satellite images confirm the Druzhba oil pipeline is operational and there are no technical obstacles to oil delivery, adding that the images will be made public.

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has said the war in the Middle East has doubled the importance of Russian oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced that the European Commission will be part of the committee investigating the Druzhba oil pipeline, a detail not previously mentioned by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced an agreement with his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico to establish a joint Hungarian-Slovak commission to assess the status of the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs refuted statements by Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, who claimed that a Hungarian diplomat in Kyiv was promised the resumption of Druzhba oil pipeline operations in exchange for 'money and weapons.'

Orban Deploys Troops To Guard Energy Sites After Accusing Ukraine Of Sabotage Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán on Wednesday again accused Ukraine of plotting to sabotage Hungary's energy infrastructure, following a Ukrainian drone attack on a key Transneft oil pumping station in the Russian republic of Tatarstan early Monday, which was further detrimental to the Druzhba oil pipeline. But Orban has now upped the ante, sending a powerful message to Ukraine and its EU backers,...

The Druzhba oil pipeline's shutdown does not pose a threat to the European Union's energy security at this stage, the EU's Oil Coordination Group has concluded after a video conference with the partic

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, in a dramatic video, suggested that Ukraine is preparing 'new actions' to disrupt Hungary's energy system beyond the Druzhba oil pipeline, prompting him to order preventive measures for critical infrastructure protection.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has condemned Russian strikes on the Ukrainian city of Brody that damaged the Druzhba oil pipeline and has called for repairs to be accelerated.

Ukraine war latest: SBU drones strike 'critical' Druzhba oil pipeline hub in Russia's Tatarstan  The Kyiv Independent

The 1460th day of fighting in Ukraine sees Sweden showcasing its CV90 combat vehicles, with Ukrainians explaining their effective use. The Druzhba oil pipeline caught fire again, this time in Russia, and fighting continues in the center of Pokrovsk.

Drones attacked the Kaleikino oil pumping station near Almetievsk in Tatarstan, a critical hub for the Druzhba oil pipeline, with Russia confirming the hit.

Hungary introduces three countermeasures against Ukraine over the Druzhba oil pipeline, the country’s energy security is ensured – Orbán.

The EU is pressuring Ukraine to permit inspections of the damaged Druzhba oil pipeline, which transports Russian oil, amid a dispute over the extent of the damage and political maneuvering.

Ukraine's energy minister stated that the Ukrainian section of the Druzhba oil pipeline, crucial for Hungary and Slovakia, was severely damaged by a fire following a Russian attack.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky mocked Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban regarding his statements about the condition of the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has released satellite images which he claims demonstrate that the Druzhba oil pipeline has not sustained any damage.

Russian economist Vladimir Milov suggests that Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is demonstrating political loyalty to Vladimir Putin, explaining Orban's stance on the Druzhba oil pipeline.

The European Commission has said it welcomes Hungary's intention to send a monitoring mission to Ukraine to assess the condition of the Druzhba oil pipeline and its readiness to accept the mission's conclusions.

The Czech Ministry of Finance has dismissed Jaroslav Pantůček from his position as CEO and chairman of the board of the state-owned company Mero, which manages the Czech section of the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Britain has exempted the Druzhba oil pipeline from its new package of sanctions against Russian companies until mid-October 2027, according to a document from the Treasury.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared the repair of the Druzhba oil pipeline unnecessary, stating that Russian attacks make it pointless and too costly in terms of human lives.

The European Union has requested Ukraine to accelerate repairs to the damaged Druzhba oil pipeline, which was impacted during the war with Russia.

Ukrainian drones reportedly struck an oil pumping unit serving the Druzhba pipeline in Tatarstan, causing a fire at the station. The pipeline supplies oil to central European countries like Hungary and Slovakia.

Drones attacked the Kaleikino oil pumping station in Russia's Tatarstan, over 1000 km from Ukraine. The facility is a crucial hub for the Druzhba oil pipeline.

A drone attack has targeted the Kaleykino pumping station, a crucial feeding point for the Druzhba oil pipeline, potentially disrupting oil deliveries.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukraine of politically motivated blackmail by blocking the Druzhba oil pipeline and has written to the European Commission seeking pressure on Kyiv, threatening to block EU decisions favorable to Ukraine.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán finds it cynical that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expects gratitude from Hungary and Slovakia for repairing the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that when the Druzhba oil pipeline was restored after its first damage, Ukrainian citizens were injured, yet there were no calls from Hungary or…

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán claims satellite images confirm the technical readiness of the Druzhba pipeline and demands Kyiv immediately restore Russian oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia.

The leader of the Tisza Party, Péter Magyar, called on Prime Minister Orbán to inspect the Druzhba oil pipeline and ask Ukrainians to show where it was damaged, following a challenge from a government minister.

Following a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has claimed that Ukraine has no interest in resuming the operation of the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has invited Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico to Ukraine to discuss and clarify all open issues, including the dispute over the Druzhba oil pipeline, with potential implications for regional politics.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is scheduled for a highly anticipated phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, with the main agenda item being the resumption of oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline, which have been interrupted since late January.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has written to the President of the European Council, indicating his support for a fact-finding mission to inspect the Druzhba oil pipeline and acknowledging political difficulties regarding delayed EU funds.

Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that the Druzhba oil pipeline, which supplies Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia, will not be repaired soon after its infrastructure was allegedly damaged in a Russian attack.

The European Commission states that the suspension of oil deliveries via the Druzhba pipeline is not due to political reasons. This contradicts Viktor Orbán's earlier letter suggesting only a political decision from Ukraine was needed to restart deliveries.

Ukraine has further delayed the restart of the Druzhba crude oil pipeline until February 26, with the Slovak Ministry of Economy stating they have not received an explanation for the latest postponement.

Ukraine claims its drones have successfully struck a facility associated with the Druzhba oil pipeline located in Russia.

Ukrainian drones attacked the initial station of the 'Druzhba' oil pipeline in Tatarstan, causing a fire and potentially disrupting the flow of Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia.

Unidentified drones attacked a critical pumping station in Tatarstan, causing a fire and highlighting the vulnerability of Russia's oil pipeline system. Local authorities confirmed the attack.