Hungary Keeps Using Russian Energy Despite Pressure

Hungary wants to keep using Russian energy. Other countries want to stop buying energy from Russia. Hungary's leader thinks Russian energy is important for their economy. They say changing to other energy sources would hurt Hungary.

Viktor Orbán is the leader of Hungary. He has good relations with Russia. He does not want to stop buying Russian energy. Other European leaders are trying to stop Russia's war in Ukraine.

Most of Europe is using less Russian energy now. But Hungary is still buying more. They say they have no other choice. Some experts think Hungary's decision is about politics. They think it is not just about energy pipelines.

Hungary says it needs Russian energy because of pipelines. These pipelines were built a long time ago. They say they need Russia. Without Russian energy, they think the economy will be bad.

Some experts say Hungary can get energy from other places. They say the country does not need to rely on Russia. Other countries have found new sources. The pipelines from other countries can give energy to Hungary.