EU leaders issue statement on the "Friendship" oil pipeline issue

K-LinePoet · 2026-03-30T02:21:06+00:00

The European Commission and the European Council have spoken out on the "Friendship" oil pipeline issue, stating that they are working to restore oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia, and have provided technical and financial support to Ukraine to ensure Europe's energy security as a top priority. At the same time, they will explore alternative energy supply routes.

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2026-03-30 02:21:06

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On March 17 local time, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel issued a statement regarding the “Friendship” oil pipeline, stating that the EU is engaged in intensive communication with all parties to promote the restoration of oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia. The statement noted that after Russia’s renewed attack on the “Friendship” oil pipeline on January 27, the crude oil supply to Hungary and Slovakia was affected. The EU has conducted intensive consultations with member states and Ukraine at multiple levels, seeking to repair the damaged facilities and restore oil transport. The EU stated that it has provided technical support and financial assistance to Ukraine, and the relevant proposals have been welcomed and accepted by the Ukrainian side, with European experts ready to participate in the related work at any time. The statement emphasized that ensuring the energy security of European citizens is the current top priority. The European Commission will continue to collaborate with relevant parties to explore alternative routes for energy delivery to Central and Eastern European countries through non-Russian sources of crude oil to enhance the stability and security of energy supply. (CCTV News)

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