Hungary has made it harder for the European Union to help Ukraine. Hungary is stopping a large amount of money for Ukraine. This is because Ukraine stopped sending oil to Hungary. Hungary calls this action "blackmail."
The oil stopped flowing on January 27th. Ukraine has not said why the oil stopped. Some reports say a Russian drone attack damaged the pipeline. However, Hungary believes Ukraine broke its promises to the EU. Hungary's foreign minister said Ukraine's actions are blackmail. He said Hungary will not agree to the aid package.
Hungary is worried about its energy. So, the government decided to use its oil reserves. They will release about 1.8 million barrels of oil. This is to make sure Hungary has enough oil. The oil company MOL can use this oil until April 15th. MOL must replace the oil later.
Croatia, a neighboring country, is not so worried. Croatia's pipeline company, JANAF, says Hungary does not need the reserves. JANAF says non-Russian oil is already going to Hungary's refineries. This means other ways to get oil are working.
Hungary's decision affects more than just oil. The €90 billion aid package is very important for Ukraine's economy. It helps Ukraine during the war. Hungary is using its power as an EU member to stop the money. This puts pressure on Ukraine and other EU countries. It shows how one country can change EU decisions. This situation shows how energy and money are linked in Europe.