Ukraine: Ukraine on Sunday 'categorically' rejected attempts to 'falsely link' Kyiv to explosives found near the Serbia-Hungary TurkStream gas pipeline. Ukraine 'has nothing to do with this,' stressed Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi.

According to Anadolu Agency, Tykhyi emphasized that the incident was 'most probably' a Russian false-flag operation, suggesting it was part of Moscow's interference in Hungarian elections. The elections are set for next Sunday, April 12. This assertion adds a layer of geopolitical tension, as it points to a broader strategy allegedly employed by Russia to influence political outcomes in neighboring countries.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic revealed on Sunday, following a conversation with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, that explosive materials with high destructive power were located near the gas pipeline connecting Serbia and Hungary. The suspicious objects were found near the villages of Velebit, Tresnjevac, and Vojvoda Zimonjic, within the municipality of Kanjiza, which is close to critical gas infrastructure, according to local media reports.

Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova commented on the incident, stating that Hungary is being subjected to external pressures that undermine its sovereignty. She mentioned that Hungary is facing interference in its internal affairs and elections, economic pressure, and attempts to block access to affordable energy resources. Zakharova also referenced past incidents, such as the Nord Stream project, implying that similar tactics may be at play.

Zakharova assured that Budapest has successfully resisted previous attempts at interference, suggesting that the shift to more aggressive strategies reflects the persistence of those seeking to influence Hungary's political and economic landscape.