Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó discussed the Paks II nuclear project with IAEA head Rafael Grossi in Budapest, emphasizing the need for an exemption from US sanctions that hinder progress. He argued for the importance of nuclear energy for Europe's competitiveness and security, while also noting ongoing preparations to extend the current Paks power plant's lifespan. Szijjártó highlighted the connection between energy security and sovereignty, and the necessity of protecting the nuclear industry from future sanctions. Teljes cikk (Telex.hu)