Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has issued a strong open letter to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, claiming that Zelensky has been working for four years to force Hungary into the war between Ukraine and Russia. Orban's letter emphasizes the deteriorating relations between Hungary and Ukraine, exacerbated by disputes over energy supply issues. He accused Zelensky of having garnered support from Brussels and ensuring backing from the Hungarian opposition in an effort to implicate Hungary in the conflict.

Orban's accusations extend further, alleging that Ukraine is attempting to obstruct energy imports to Hungary, which has become a critical issue given the ongoing war. To address what he perceives as threats from Ukraine, Orban announced the deployment of soldiers to protect Hungary's key energy facilities, citing concerns over a potential sabotage orchestrated by Ukraine. These claims have been vehemently denied by Ukraine, who counters that their own infrastructure, particularly the Druzhba oil pipeline that transports Russian crude oil, has been damaged due to Russian drone strikes.

The situation highlights not only the tensions between Hungary and Ukraine but also the regional complexities of energy supply security amid the war. Both Hungary and Slovakia have leveled accusations against Ukraine regarding the closure of the Druzhba pipeline, bringing to light the challenges in maintaining energy stability while geopolitical conflicts persist. As the crisis continues, the potential for escalated tensions in the region remains a concern for neighboring countries and beyond.