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Hungarian FM Szijjártó Reacts to Leaked Lavrov Conversations on EU Sanctions
Politicsorftelexdie-presse+8digi24hvgaktuality-skhotnewsjutarnji-listklix-bavijesti-mezdg-md7h ago11 sources

Hungarian FM Szijjártó Reacts to Leaked Lavrov Conversations on EU Sanctions

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó has reacted to newly leaked recordings of conversations with Russian leaders, including Sergey Lavrov, where he reportedly promises to fulfill Moscow's requests regarding EU sanctions, further detailing the ongoing scandal. Szijjártó stated that he said nothing in the leaked phone call that he hadn't already said publicly, but acknowledged the leak itself as a major scandal.

Leaked Hungarian-Russian Call on EU Sanctions Draws Criticism from Irish and Polish PMs
Worldukrainska-pravdaberlingsketelex+3luxemburger-wortdanasvijesti-me1h ago6 sources

Leaked Hungarian-Russian Call on EU Sanctions Draws Criticism from Irish and Polish PMs

A leaked call from August 2024 reportedly reveals Hungarian and Russian foreign ministers discussing EU sanctions, with a reminder to Hungary about a promise. Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk have since sharply criticised the Hungarian government, agreeing that this affair signals Hungary's political dependence on Moscow and raises justified fears for Europe.

Czech President Pavel Calls for Reevaluation of Hungary Relations Amid Allegations of Lobbying for Russia
Politicslsm-lvaktualne-czaktuality-sk+2dnevnik-bgkyiv-independent2h ago5 sources

Czech President Pavel Calls for Reevaluation of Hungary Relations Amid Allegations of Lobbying for Russia

Audio recordings and an investigation allege that Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó acted in Russia's interests by lobbying against EU sanctions at Moscow's request, causing diplomatic shock. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk criticized Hungarian leaders for 'leaving Europe,' and now Czech President Petr Pavel is calling for a reevaluation of relations with Hungary, deeming the sharing of sensitive information with Russia unacceptable.