Ukraine is taking steps to resolve a transit dispute regarding the Druzhba oil pipeline that has led to increased tensions with Hungary and Slovakia. According to Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, the government has introduced several 'doable solutions' aimed at alleviating the conflict which has been accentuated by the political ramifications of Russian oil disruptions. This pipeline, a critical infrastructure element that transports Russian crude from Ukraine to Hungary and Slovakia, has been non-operational since late January due to a Russian military strike.

The tensions escalated further when Hungary and Slovakia accused Ukraine of limiting oil transit for political advantage, a claim that Ukraine firmly denies. The accusations have resulted in a tit-for-tat situation, with Hungary halting diesel exports to Ukraine on February 18 and further complicating the dispute. This standoff has broader implications, impacting the European Union's stance on sanctions against Russia as Hungary has sought to block new EU measures, including a significant financial aid package designed to assist Ukraine.

As the situation develops, the proposed solutions from Ukraine could be pivotal in diffusing the ongoing tensions and allowing for a resolution that might restore oil flows. However, political intricacies and economic pressures within the region mean that the conflict remains laden with complications. The outcome may well influence the geopolitical landscape regarding energy security in Central and Eastern Europe, particularly in relation to EU-Russia relations and the balance of power within the EU itself.