Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó explained that Hungary buys Russian oil directly due to a lack of alternatives, while other European nations purchase it indirectly for cheaper prices. He criticized those who condemn Hungary and Slovakia for their oil purchases, asserting that many are also buying Russian oil secretly. Szijjártó attributed Hungary's cooperation with Russia to the EU's refusal to assist in increasing gas pipeline capacities, leading to reliance on Russian energy. Teljes cikk (Telex.hu)