FINALLY! Zelensky announced when the "Druzhba" pipeline will be repaired, and announced a meeting with Magyar!
Zelensky previously stated that repairs to the Druzhba pipeline will be completed this spring, which will enable oil transit.
TL;DR
- The Druzhba oil pipeline is expected to be repaired and functional by the end of April.
- Hungary has blocked significant EU financial aid to Ukraine and is demanding the restoration of the Druzhba pipeline in exchange for unlocking aid.
- President Zelensky is open to meeting with Peter Magyar, the anticipated new Prime Minister of Hungary, to foster pragmatic relations.
- The completion of repairs is seen as potentially aligning with other obligations from EU member states, particularly Hungary.
- Ukraine aims to build relations with the new Hungarian leadership based on mutual respect and cooperation.