Hungary Stalls EU Sanctions on Russia Over Ukraine Oil Pipeline Dispute

• Hungary has blocked the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia, ahead of the war's anniversary.
• The dispute centers on the reopening of the Druzhba pipeline, which carries Russian oil to Hungary via Ukraine.
• Ukraine states Russian strikes damaged the pipeline, disrupting supply; Hungary demands its reopening.
• EU foreign ministers, including Kaja Kallas, Johann Wadephul, Margus Tsahkna, and Poland's FM, expressed frustration.
• Hungary, led by PM Viktor Orban, has frequently obstructed EU efforts to sanction Russia and aid Ukraine.