The Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's recent trip to Washington resulted in a temporary exemption from US sanctions on Russian energy, which is seen as a win ahead of upcoming elections. However, the deal includes costly commitments for Hungary, such as purchasing US gas and nuclear technology, while failing to secure a visa waiver or progress on ending the Ukraine war. Critics argue this shifts Hungary's energy dependence from Russia to the US, while the government claims it diversifies supply. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)