"There are issues and problems there that require our discussion," the Russian leader noted

According to Viktor Orban, he intends to ensure that Hungary's energy supply is secured for the winter and for the following year

According to data from the Kremlin website, Vladimir Putin has held 12 meetings with Viktor Orban as Russia’s president, with their previous meeting taking place in July 2024

"There are issues and problems there that require our discussion," the Russian leader noted

The Russian president noted that relations between Moscow and Budapest are currently based on pragmatism and "all the best that was" in their history

In a meeting at the Kremlin with the Russian president on Friday, Viktor Orban said that 'energy supplies from Russia form the basis of Hungary's energy supply now and will remain…

Such an approach, according to Peskov, makes it possible for them to discuss a wide range of issues

"Hungary's energy supply remains reliable," the minister added

Earlier, Hungary has repeatedly said that it is ready to develop cooperation with Russia in the areas unaffected by Western sanctions