EU officials, speaking during events in Kyiv marking the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion, insisted the funding will be provided despite Budapest’s objections. Hungary has previously held up EU measures to support Ukraine, and diplomats say talks are continuing at both political and ambassadorial level. With Hungary’s parliamentary election set for April 12, some officials believe a change in political direction in Budapest could ease the deadlock. The European Commission is also exploring alternative routes to unlock at least part of the funds quickly, amid warnings that Ukraine faces mounting financing pressure in the coming weeks.