
Zelensky Criticises U.S. Move to Extend Russian Oil Waiver
The Ukrainian president pointed to more than 110 vessels allegedly in use by Russia to bypass restrictions.

The Ukrainian president pointed to more than 110 vessels allegedly in use by Russia to bypass restrictions.

Tomio Okamura says cheaper Russian energy could ease energy prices.

Slovakia’s prime minister reminded the EU leadership they cannot favor Ukraine over the energy needs of member states.

The temporary waiver granted by the U.S. shows that decoupling was never total and that the stability of the system still depends on Russia.

Hungary’s Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stopped oil transit for political reasons.

The Washington meeting marks a decisive moment for Budapest, combining energy independence with renewed transatlantic partnership.

“Hungary will continue to have the lowest energy prices in Europe,” PM Viktor Orbán said.

Pressed on whether Hungary might be exempted from U.S. oil sanctions on Russia, Trump said, “We’re looking at it.”

That Orbán has been able to cultivate a close relationship with the White House has thwarted the attempt of the Brussels bureaucracy to diplomatically isolate Hungary.

The International Energy Agency says India bought 1.9 million barrels of oil per day in the first nine months of 2025, which is 40% of Russia’s total exports.