Kremlin on Hungary Elections: Moscow Awaits New Government’s Moves

The people of Hungary have made their choice, and Russia respects it, said Dmitry Peskov, spokesperson for the Russian president, as reported by RBC. "We expect that we will continue our pragmatic contacts with Hungary's new leadership,” he said when asked whether Moscow anticipates that the government formed by the victorious Tisza party will unblock a €90 billion loan to Ukraine. He was also asked about Russia's possible response. Russia Awaits Policy Direction from Hungary's New Government "As for what actions Hungary's new leadership will take, we need to be patient and see how events unfold. We are interested in building good relations with Hungary, as we are with other European countries,” Peskov noted.