Trump Expresses Anger Over Ukraine Attacks on Druzhba Pipeline Affecting Hungary, Slovakia

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has expressed concern to US President Donald Trump over repeated Ukrainian attacks on the Druzhba oil pipeline, a critical energy supply route for Hungary and Slovakia that also supports Russia’s military operations. In response, Trump wrote a handwritten note expressing his anger over the strikes and reaffirmed his support for Hungary and Slovakia. Ukraine defends the attacks as targeting infrastructure aiding Russia’s military, viewing the pipeline as a legitimate wartime target. The strikes have caused multiple halts in oil deliveries, prompting Hungary and Slovakia to urge the European Commission to secure their energy supplies amid the ongoing conflict. Hungary has faced tensions due to its close relationship with Russia and frustrations with EU and Ukrainian pressure related to the war. The situation highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics involving energy security, military conflict, and alliances in the region.