Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban revealed Sunday that Serbian authorities discovered explosive devices at a crucial gas pipeline facility that connects Hungary and Serbia.
The Hungarian leader disclosed the information after speaking by phone with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic about the security incident. Orban, who maintains a close political relationship with Vucic and is preparing for elections on April 12, shared details of the discovery through a social media announcement.
“Serbian authorities have found destructive explosives and the equipment needed for activation at the critical gas infrastructure connecting Serbia and Hungary. An investigation is underway. I have called an extraordinary defense council this afternoon,” Orban stated in his Facebook post.
The discovery prompted Orban to immediately schedule an emergency defense council meeting for Sunday afternoon as authorities work to determine the circumstances surrounding the explosive materials found at the strategic energy infrastructure.
