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world2 days ago•3 min saved

EU urged to verify Ukrainian claims on Druzhba pipeline damage

Slovakia has asked the EU to dispatch inspectors to verify Kyiv’s claim that Russia damaged the Druzhba oil pipeline supplying Slovakia and Hungary, as Bratislava and Budapest push back amid energy-security and funding tensions. The dispute coincides with Hungary blocking a €90 billion loan to Ukraine and EU ministers grappling over sanctions, while Ukraine has carried out a drone attack on a pumping station connected to the pipeline.

via politico.eu|

#druzhba-pipeline #eu-investigation #hungary

world2 days ago•3 min saved

Slovakia cuts emergency power to Ukraine amid oil transit dispute

Bratislava halted emergency electricity supplies to Kyiv after Kyiv did not restore Druzhba oil transit, as Slovakia and Hungary pressed Kyiv on oil flows; Prime Minister Robert Fico warned of further measures, including reevaluating support for Ukraine’s EU bid. Ukraine condemned the move as blackmail as the Druzhba pipeline remains disrupted after a Russian drone attack, with Kyiv proposing alternative routes and ongoing repairs while Slovakia declares an oil emergency to secure domestic supply.

via Euronews.com|

#druzhba #energy-security #oil-transit

military2 days ago•11 min saved

Slovakia Receives Advanced CV90 Infantry Vehicles with 1,000-HP Power and Anti-Tank Missiles

Slovakia is receiving BAE Systems’ CV9035 MkIV infantry fighting vehicles, featuring a 1,000-horsepower engine, 35mm Bushmaster III cannon, advanced fire control and protection systems, and anti-tank missiles; the program emphasizes upgradability and strong domestic industry participation (about 40% of contract value from roughly 30 Slovak suppliers).

via Interesting Engineering|

#anti-tank-missiles #bae-systems #cv90

world3 days ago•3 min saved

Ukraine rejects energy blackmail from Hungary and Slovakia over Druzhba oil flow

Ukraine's foreign ministry condemned ultimatums by Hungary and Slovakia after they threatened to halt electricity and block Kyiv's €90 billion loan unless Russian oil flows via the Druzhba pipeline are restarted; both neighbours rely on the pipeline and accuse Kyiv of delays. The dispute comes as Russia continues strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, and Zelensky urges a new leaders' meeting to end the war.

via The Guardian|

#druzhba #energy #hungary

world3 days ago•4 min saved

Ukraine blasts energy blackmail as Druzhba row widens

Ukraine condemned Hungary and Slovakia for “blackmail” after they threatened to cut electricity unless Kyiv restarts Russian oil transit via the Druzhba pipeline, damaged by a Russian attack. Kyiv says it may trigger emergency energy measures under the EU association and has proposed alternative routes while the EU coordinates a response, as the standoff deepens a broader energy crisis.

via politico.eu|

#druzhba #energy #hungary

sports4 days ago•2 min saved

Tkachuk brothers’ on-ice duel with Cernak ends in hallway confrontation as USA reaches Olympic final

USA defeated Slovakia 6-2 to reach the Olympic gold medal game, but a skirmish involving Matthew and Brady Tkachuk and Erik Cernak spilled into the hallway after the game; Martin Fehervary punched Brady and Slovakia criticized the Tkachuks as the U.S. prepares to face Canada for gold while Slovakia takes on Finland for bronze.

via RMNB|

#fighting #hockey #olympics

sports4 days ago•8 min saved

Finland clinches Olympic bronze with decisive 6-1 win over Slovakia

Finland captured its fifth Olympic medal in six Games by steamrolling Slovakia 6-1 to win bronze in Milan, capping a resilient run after a near-miss in the semifinals; Slovakia, the tournament’s youngest team with limited NHL players, finished fourth. The Finns did it without stars Mikko Rantanen and Aleksander Barkov, highlighting Finland’s depth and the grit—“sisu”—that keeps delivering Olympic hardware.

via The New York Times|

#bronze-medal #finland #ice-hockey

world4 days ago•2 min saved

Fico warns Slovakia could cut Ukraine's electricity to force Russian oil shipments

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said he would cut Ukraine's emergency electricity supply unless Kyiv restarts Russian oil shipments, accusing Kyiv and the West over Nord Stream tensions. The move underscores Slovakia's role as a key electricity supplier to Ukraine and follows Hungary's blocking of a related EU loan amid shared energy ties to Moscow.

via Euronews.com|

#electricity #fico #oil

sports5 days ago•7 min saved

Hughes leads USA past Slovakia to Olympic gold showdown with Canada

In Milan, the United States crushed Slovakia 6-2 in the Olympic men’s hockey semifinal, led by Jack Hughes’s two goals and a 22-save performance from Connor Hellebuyck, setting up a gold-medal game against Canada.

via The New York Times|

#canada #hockey #olympics

sports7 days ago•8 min saved

Slovakia's Cinderella Run Tests Canada and USA in Olympic Semis

Canada and the United States enter Olympic men’s hockey semifinals as favorites, facing Finland and Slovakia after Slovakia’s Cinderella run led by Juraj Slafkovský; Finland brings star power and a tight‑checking system, while Canada may be without captain Sidney Crosby but still boasts top‑tier talent.

via The New York Times|

#canada #hockey #olympics

europe8 days ago•3 min saved

Hungary and Slovakia suspend diesel exports to Ukraine amid Druzhba oil disruption

Hungary and Slovakia have paused diesel shipments to Ukraine after Russian oil flows via the Druzhba pipeline were disrupted, saying they must secure their own energy supplies and blaming Kyiv for not restoring the line. The European Commission says Ukraine’s energy security is not at risk. Slovakia’s Slovnaft refinery will prioritise domestic supply and has released emergency reserves, and both governments have urged EU support to reroute Russian crude through Croatian ports, a proposal Croatia has rejected.

via Euronews.com|

#diesel-exports #druzhba-pipeline #europe

europe9 days ago•199 min saved

Croatia blocks Russian oil reroute to Hungary and Slovakia as Ukraine flows halt

Croatia refused Hungary and Slovakia’s request to transport Russian crude to Central Europe via the Adria pipeline after Druzhba flows through Ukraine were halted by attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, saying it won’t endanger energy security or violate EU/OFAC rules; Hungary and Slovakia had sought a sea-route workaround, underscoring EU energy-security concerns amid Russia’s war and ongoing pipeline disruptions.

via The Kyiv Independent|

#croatia #druzhba-pipeline #europe

world10 days ago•4 min saved

Rubio pushes US energy ties with Trump-aligned Central European leaders

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a Central European tour, meeting Slovakia’s Robert Fico and visiting Hungary’s Viktor Orbán to deepen cooperation on nuclear energy, energy diversification, and military modernization, while discussing Ukraine peace efforts and migration policy. Slovakia eyes US nuclear reactors and Hungary pursues LNG and broader energy partnerships, both countries skeptical of EU policies like REPowerEU and aligned with Trump’s agenda, as Rubio’s talks also touch on regional security and peace initiatives.

via Euronews.com|

#central-europe #energy #hungary

politics25 days ago•3 min saved

Slovakia's security adviser resigns amid Epstein-file disclosures

Slovakia’s national security adviser Miroslav Lajčák resigned after newly released Jeffrey Epstein materials showed messages between them; Prime Minister Robert Fico said the resignation was to spare him political costs and praised Lajčák as an experienced diplomat who had previously served as foreign minister. The move comes amid opposition calls and DOJ disclosures noting Epstein’s wide circle of acquaintances.

via politico.eu|

#diplomacy #epstein #miroslav-lajcak

politics29 days ago•194 min saved

Hungary and Slovakia launch court challenge against EU's Russian gas ban

Hungary and Slovakia plan to sue the EU over its REPowerEU plan to phase out Russian oil and gas, arguing the move undermines their national interests and energy security; Hungary’s foreign minister says the case will go to the Court of Justice of the EU once published, while Slovakia’s foreign minister calls for a fair, realistic transition, as both governments have vocally opposed cutting energy ties with Russia.

via kyivindependent.com|

#european-union #hungary #politics