Serbia, Slovakia and Poland's call for a permanent end to Russian gas flows pose issues for the Russian leader.

Hungary has stopped delaying the renewal of European sanctions on Moscow, which may have detrimental consequences on its relationship with Russia.

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“Now the issue of extending sanctions is on the agenda, I have put on the handbrake and asked European leaders to understand that this cannot continue,” said Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, speaking to state broadcaster Kossuth Radio. “Hungary cannot be made to pay the price of sanctions in such proportions.”

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Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has labeled Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk as an “agent” of billionaire George Soros after Tusk warned that Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban would face “consequences” if he blocks the renewal of EU sanctions on Russia.

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The EU has renewed sanctions against Russia despite Hungary's initial objections, following assurances on energy-related issues and amidst Belarus election controversy.