EU Expected to Extend Russia Sanctions as Hungary Relents, According to Reports

Hungary has withdrawn its opposition to EU sanctions against Russia, enabling a six-month extension of the sanctions imposed to financially pressure Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. EU foreign ministers unanimously decided to uphold sanctions affecting various sectors such as trade, finance, energy, and technology until July 31. The European Commission provided reassurances to Hungary regarding energy security in response to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's concerns. Hungary's reversal on the sanctions was influenced by U.S. President Donald Trump's threats of sanctions against Russia.