"We can note with satisfaction, as far as we understand, his [Magyar's] willingness to engage in pragmatic dialogue. There is mutual willingness on our part, and we will then proceed to take our cue from the specific steps taken by the new Hungarian government."
"Hungary no longer enjoys any special status and now falls into the category of unfriendly countries alongside the rest of Europe. We respect that choice, Peskov said on Monday."
"Magyar signalled in his first statements on Monday that a dramatic rupture with Russia should not be expected. He suggested Hungary would maintain a pragmatic foreign policy continuing to buy Russian oil and remaining cautious on Ukraine."
The Kremlin expressed satisfaction with Peter Magyar's openness to pragmatic dialogue following his election as Hungary's prime minister. Dmitry Peskov indicated that Hungary's status has changed, now categorized with other unfriendly countries in Europe. Despite acknowledging the loss of Viktor Orban, Moscow remains open to building relations with the new government. Magyar aims to reset Hungary's relations with both the EU and Russia, maintaining a pragmatic foreign policy while continuing to engage with Russian oil and being cautious regarding Ukraine.
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