Ukraine briefs 31 countries on Russian attacks on Druzhba pipeline

Regional outlets describe the Druzhba damage as the direct result of Russian strikes on Ukrainian territory and say Ukraine is managing repairs and security. They present Hungary’s complaints as unfair, stressing that Kyiv has already briefed 31 countries and is not refusing talks but insisting on its own security rules for inspections. They expect continued friction with Budapest but also growing EU involvement, especially after von der Leyen’s statement about Ukrainian help with repairs.

• •Ukrainian officials state that Russian forces attacked the Druzhba pipeline segment inside Ukraine, causing the damage now under discussion.
• •Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry says it did not refuse consultations with Hungary and Slovakia but objected to the format and timing proposed by Budapest.
• •Kyiv reports that diplomats from 31 countries were briefed on the attacks, repair work, and security measures for the Druzhba pipeline.
• •Ukrainian sources describe the Hungarian ‘inspection’ team as having tried to access sensitive infrastructure without following Ukraine’s security procedures.
• •Regional coverage highlights Ursula von der Leyen’s comment that Kyiv agreed to help repair the pipeline as proof that Ukraine is cooperating with EU partners.