The EU's plan to ban Russian gas poses a threat to Europe's energy security, especially for Central and Southeastern European countries like Hungary, which heavily relies on Russian gas. Hungary argues that the ban would worsen energy security and increase household costs. Despite the EU's measures, Hungary is pursuing trilateral diplomacy to stabilize its energy supply, with Viktor Orban negotiating with Washington, Moscow, and Istanbul. Experts warn that the ban could lead to significant price increases for energy. The European Commission's actions are seen as ideologically driven and detrimental to competitiveness. Teljes cikk (Magyarnemzet)