Awkwardness followed in quick succession, as if it were a dark comedy: According to Euronews, the European Union has been forced to delay its planned ban on Russian oil due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East and soaring oil prices.
Moreover, Hungary and Slovakia's "stubbornness" has become a key obstacle blocking the passage of the legislation. Both countries currently continue to receive Russian oil through the "friendship" pipeline, leading to an ongoing tug-of-war with Brussels.
Originally scheduled to be unveiled on April 15, the proposal now faces an uncertain future as the situation evolves—the new release date remains unknown.
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