Will Ukraine attack Hungary? Orban's accusations

He stated that “Ukraine is preparing further actions aimed at disrupting the functioning of Hungary’s energy system.” The allegations are linked to the suspension of Russian crude oil deliveries through the Druzhba pipeline. According to the Ukrainian side, the pipeline was damaged on Ukrainian territory as a result of a Russian attack and is currently under repair. Hungary and Slovakia, however, accuse Ukraine of deliberately blocking the supply of crude oil.

Both countries have halted diesel fuel deliveries to Ukraine; Slovakia has suspended electricity exports, and Hungary has threatened to take similar action. They also announced plans to block the 20th EU sanctions package against Russia and the EU’s €90 billion loan for Ukraine until oil transport through the Druzhba pipeline resumes.

Reports of a planned Ukrainian attack on Hungarian territory are false. Such an act would constitute an attack on an EU and NATO member state. Ukraine would, in that case, be attacking the partner of its key allies and donors. The absurd accusation is likely connected to the upcoming parliamentary elections in Hungary, scheduled for April 12. There are serious indications that Viktor Orbán’s party may lose power in the country. It is not ruled out that, before the elections, the incumbent Hungarian prime minister may attempt to declare a state of national emergency or take other measures aimed at postponing or canceling the vote.

For the first time in years, opposition parties hold an advantage over Viktor Orbán’s ruling Fidesz party in election polls. In Wednesday’s survey conducted by the Median research center, 55 percent of decided voters declared support for the opposition party Tisza, while 35 percent backed Fidesz.