Hungary wants Ukraine to stop its counter-incursion into Russia
Hungary's government spokesman Gulyás calls for a ceasefire in Ukraine's Kursk operation, urging both sides to protect what he calls Europe's energy security, implying Russia's gas and oil supplies to Hungary, Slovakia, and other countries.
On 21 August, Hungary’s government spokesman, Gergely Gulyás, called for a ceasefire in Ukraine’s military operation in Russia’s Kursk Oblast. Speaking to the Hungarian outlet Telex, Gulyás claimed Hungary’s commitment to peace and highlighted concerns over alleged Europe’s energy security, according to Ukrainska Pravda (UP).
“Ukraine is no longer just defending itself but is on the offensive. We want a ceasefire and peace,” Gulyás stated.
He urged both Ukraine and Russia to consider their responsibilities towards what he referred to as Europe’s energy security. He was referring to the transportation of Russian oil and gas through Ukrainian territory, according to UP.
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