【Hungarian Foreign Minister: Hungarian companies are interested in acquiring Lukoil's refinery in Bulgaria】
On November 17, 2025, in Budapest time, Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Economic Relations Peter Szijjarto said on the TV program "Truth for an Hour":
If we understand correctly, the US has granted an exception to the sanctions against the sale of Lukoil (including Bulgarian assets). Obviously, economic actors in Hungary's energy sector may be interested in or participate in such negotiations. If they need support, we will certainly support them, as the effective operation of Hungarian energy companies and their strengthening in the region can be seen as a national economic interest.
Szijjarto emphasized:
If it involves the sale of Lukoil's subsidiary in Bulgaria, I will not hide it.
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