Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has reassured citizens that the halt in oil supplies through the Druzhba pipeline does not pose a threat to the country's energy security. He convened the National Energy Security Council to address what he termed as blackmail from Ukraine regarding the pipeline. Orbán stated that proper decisions have been made to ensure that Hungary’s energy supply remains uninterrupted, and he emphasized that the normal functioning of the country is safeguarded despite the situation.

However, amid this assurance, Orbán announced that Hungary would implement three countermeasures against Ukraine due to alleged risks posed by Kyiv's actions related to the oil supply. One of the significant measures is the suspension of diesel fuel exports to Ukraine, which will remain in place until Hungary receives oil through Ukrainian territory. The Prime Minister's announcement reflects the tensions between Hungary and Ukraine, especially in the context of energy security and resource management.

This situation highlights the complex dynamics within Eastern Europe regarding energy supply routes and the political maneuvering that often accompanies them. Orbán's decision to take countermeasures underscores Hungary's critical stance towards Ukraine and may influence future relations between the two nations, especially as they navigate their energy dependencies and national security concerns in an increasingly competitive geopolitical landscape.