Zelenskyy Announces Druzhba Oil Pipeline Resumption

European Union funding for Ukraine was stalled until the country regained control of the Druzhba oil pipeline, a key route for Russian crude to reach nations such as Hungary and Slovakia. Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed on Tuesday that the pipeline is now operational again after repairs. The pipeline’s disruption had previously hindered the EU’s ability to approve a €90 billion aid package.

Impact of Pipeline Suspension

The halt in oil flow through Druzhba caused frustration among Hungary and Slovakia, which depend heavily on Russian imports. Both nations criticized Kyiv for delaying the restoration of the pipeline. Zelenskyy’s announcement on X clarified that the damaged section had been fixed, allowing the pipeline to restart.

“Ukraine has finished repairs on the Druzhba pipeline segment damaged by a Russian attack. The pipeline can now resume operation,” Zelenskyy stated.

Details about the extent of the repairs and future plans remain under review. This is a developing story, more information is expected soon.