A warning of a looming energy crisis is emerging from Europe, as Viktor Orban calls on the European Union to urgently lift sanctions on Russian oil and gas.
Orban says the continent is facing mounting pressure due to supply disruptions linked to the ongoing tensions involving Iran, warning that immediate action is needed to secure energy from all available sources.
He has also called for the reopening of the Druzhba pipeline, a key route that has historically supplied crude oil to parts of Central Europe.
Hungary has raised concerns that its oil supplies could soon be cut off, pointing to transit challenges involving Ukraine. Kyiv, however, maintains that recent disruptions are the result of damage caused by Russian drone strikes on critical infrastructure.
The situation is further complicated by instability in global shipping routes, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital corridor for oil and gas flows.
Analysts warn that these overlapping crises from geopolitical tensions to infrastructure damage are placing unprecedented strain on global energy markets.
Across Europe, governments are now facing growing pressure to balance political decisions with economic realities, as energy prices, supply security, and public concerns continue to rise.
As the crisis deepens, calls for urgent coordination and alternative energy strategies are becoming increasingly critical to avoid widespread disruption in the months ahead.
