Orban: Hungary Plans to Sue the EU over Russian Gas Decision

Orban called the EU’s decision illegal and contrary to European values. Hungary will take legal action against the European Union over its decision to completely abandon Russian gas. This was announced by Viktor Orban on Kossuth Radio. “We are appealing to the European Court,” said the prime minister. Orban called the EU’s decision illegal and contrary to European values. In mid-October, the Council of the European Union approved a phased withdrawal from gas imports from Russia starting on 1 January 2026. However, a transition period until 1 January 2028 will remain in place for existing contracts. The community also intends to introduce a mechanism that will freeze the ban in the event of supply problems.