Hungary and Slovakia Oppose EU Sanctions Extension
2,600 individuals and entities targeted under sanctions.
Hungary and Slovakia opposed the extension, citing Druzhba pipeline concerns.
Viktor Orban urged suspending Russian energy sanctions.
Niels Troost removed from sanctions list after death.
Sanctions include travel bans, asset freezes, and funding restrictions.
EU chief Antonio Costa linked US sanctions to increased Russian resources.
Ukraine reported power outages and casualties from Russian attacks.
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