Hungary ignores Trump's request and will continue to purchase Russian oil
Despite Trump's request, Hungary is not planning to stop purchasing Russian oil. Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said this is due to geographical limitations and a lack of access to the sea.
The Hungarian government has chosen to continue importing through existing pipelines because the alternative route via Croatia is too costly and its capacity is insufficient to meet the country's needs.
Comment: Hungary ignoring Trump's request to continue purchasing Russian oil is mainly based on its own practical interests. As an inland country, Hungary faces the dilemma of geographical limitations and a lack of access to the sea.
This move also highlights the division within the EU on the issue of sanctions against Russia. Although Trump exerted pressure, countries such as Hungary still maintain their positions, opposing the premature cessation of imports of Russian fossil fuels without viable alternatives, which challenges the unified stance of the EU on energy sanctions against Russia.
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