New Szijjártó–Lavrov Leaks Fuel Tensions Days Ahead Hungary’s Election

A new batch of leaked calls between Péter Szijjártó and Sergei Lavrov suggests sustained and deep coordination between Hungary and Russia on Ukraine, energy policy and sanctions. While EU officials reacted with outrage, Szijjártó dismissed the leaks as foreign intelligence interference into the country’s upcoming election and reaffirmed Hungary’s known policy positions.