During the meeting, Lavrov indicated that Russia and Hungary would pursue cooperative opportunities despite ongoing sanctions. He also warned about the risk of Western arms flowing into Ukraine, reminded listeners of Brussels’ limits, and suggested that the European Union may be compelled to view Ukraine events with greater objectivity as circumstances evolve.
you need more gas
At a gathering in Moscow, Szijjártó conveyed Budapest’s interest in securing additional gas from Moscow. He noted Hungary has taken steps to receive extra volumes via southern routes and through the border interconnections with Austria and Slovakia.
“Without Russian resources, acquiring such a large amount of additional gas in Europe would be impossible. For that reason, Hungary has implemented all necessary measures to purchase an extra supply, amounting to 20 million cubic meters daily”, he stated.
Lavrov affirmed that Moscow would promptly consider Budapest’s request for more gas deliveries.
Peaceful Atom of Hungary
The discussions also touched on the Paks nuclear power plant project. The Foreign Ministers agreed to continue progress on expanding Hungary’s nuclear capacity.
“We reaffirmed our shared commitment to ongoing work on the Paks expansion with the support of the state agency Rosatom”, Lavrov commented after talks with Szijjártó.
war in the EU
Lavrov asserted that European bureaucracy seeks to dictate terms within the EU and to subordinate national governments of member states. He remarked on a perceived tension between the bloc’s powers and the sovereignty of individual countries, noting that this is an internal EU matter that merits careful consideration by member states.
Special ops, AB and Poroshenko
Lavrov drew Szijjártó’s attention to how European states respond to former Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko’s remarks about Minsk, suggesting Poroshenko admitted he did not intend to fulfill the agreements. Lavrov urged European leaders to acknowledge Poroshenko’s confession rather than remain silent.
“Poroshenko has said he signed them but did not intend to fulfill them, claiming the move was to buy time to stock up on modern weapons”, he remarked, adding that the EU’s limited response to Minsk sabotage reflected poorly on serious states dealing with foreign policy concerns.
Lavrov also warned about the danger of Western weapons flowing into Ukraine. He argued that Western actions are driven by strategic calculations and that the West will eventually recognize the harmful consequences of arming Kyiv and sustaining armed hostilities against civilians and Ukrainian citizens.
Big Brother from Washington
Lavrov expressed the view that life will compel EU nations to reassess the Ukraine situation with an open mind. He suggested that Brussels and Washington currently dominate many European capitals and urged European nations to pursue sovereign policies that protect their own interests, identities, cultures, and religions.
“The EU is led by the United States, and this trajectory concerns many. It is disheartening to see the West pressing forward with a unified line while neglecting crises that affect ordinary people”, he stated.
Lavrov called on European leaders to abandon artificial confrontation tactics and focus on addressing genuine European issues with neutrality.
He also lamented the perception that the EU’s policies were shaped by Washington’s direction, expressing support for states insisting on independent policy choices and safeguarding national interests and cultural identities.
Result of the meeting
Even ahead of formal negotiations with Szijjártó, Lavrov described Budapest’s visit as timely for fostering candid dialogue on regional and international matters. Following the talks, Szijjártó reiterated Hungary’s preference for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine crisis and support for dialogue between East and West.
“Hungary does not seek to divide the world into blocs. We advocate for a constructive dialogue between East and West.”
At the close of the press briefing, Lavrov noted the close cooperation between Moscow and Budapest across various spheres of international politics. He said both sides intend to explore solutions that keep bilateral relations resilient to external pressures and punitive attempts. He attributed earlier strains to Washington’s openly anti-Russian stance and praised the ongoing, trust-based and commercially oriented nature of their discussions.
Lavrov added that the talks with Szijjártó were meaningful and conducted in a cooperative atmosphere, confirming a long-term, strategic trajectory for their bilateral relationship.
Cited sources emphasize that both sides are committed to continuing practical coordination while navigating the broader geopolitical environment.