This was reported by espreso.tv

"After the official election results, Prime Minister Viktor Orban congratulated vladimir putin on his re-election, noting that cooperation between Hungary and russia, based on mutual respect, makes it possible to conduct important discussions even in difficult geopolitical contexts," Kovacs wrote.

In his "greeting," Orban reaffirmed "Hungary's commitment to peace and readiness to intensify cooperation in sectors that are not subject to EU sanctions, emphasizing the importance of dialogue in strengthening peaceful relations".

It should be noted that the Hungarian leader became the first and so far the only representative of the EU and NATO countries to congratulate the russian dictator.

• Today, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto echoed Orban's words almost verbatim, noting that his country is eager to cooperate with russia.