Russian oil to Slovakia resumes flowing through pipeline that crosses Ukraine
Slovak Economy Minister Denisa Saková confirmed that Russian oil deliveries have resumed through the Druzhba pipeline following a months-long disruption involving Ukraine
Slovak Economy Minister Denisa Saková announced on Thursday that the flow of Russian oil to Slovakia has resumed via the Druzhba pipeline. This critical energy infrastructure crosses through Ukrainian territory to deliver supplies from Russia to Central European nations. The restoration of the flow marks a significant development for the Slovak energy sector following a period of uncertainty regarding transit through the region.[1][2]
The resumption comes after a period of heightened diplomatic tension between the involved nations. Hungary and Slovakia have been locked in an escalating feud with Ukraine since Russian oil deliveries were halted in January. This disruption had created a rift between the neighboring countries as they navigated the complexities of energy transit and regional security during the ongoing conflict.[1]
Unlike many other European Union member states that have significantly reduced or eliminated their dependence on Russian energy, Slovakia and Hungary continue to rely on the Druzhba pipeline for their oil needs. The pipeline remains one of the few remaining routes for Russian crude to enter the EU market following various sanctions and policy shifts across the continent that have targeted Russian energy exports.[1]
