The pipeline’s repairs were promised by Ukraine to be completed by the end of April. Hungary and Slovakia have accused Ukraine of delaying these repairs. Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán is currently blocking a €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine and a new sanctions package against Russia, citing insufficient oil deliveries. EU Foreign Affairs Chief Kallas expressed expectations for a positive decision on the loan within 24 hours, while German Foreign Minister Wadephul urged Hungary to lift its ‘unwarranted blockades’ on support for Ukraine.