Hungary and Slovakia have increased their dependence on Russian crude oil since the Russian-Ukrainian war, contrary to EU sanctions aimed at reducing this reliance. A study reveals that Mol, Hungary's oil company, profits significantly from this dependence, purchasing Russian oil at a discount while consumers face higher prices. Despite claims of geographical constraints, experts argue Hungary is not as dependent on Russian energy as the government suggests. The study also highlights disputes over transit fees and pipeline capacity between Hungary and Croatia, indicating a lack of political will to shift away from Russian oil due to its profitability. Teljes cikk (Telex.hu)