Explosives discovered near gas pipeline to Hungary, says Serbia's president

Serbian and Hungarian leaders announced Sunday that powerful explosives were discovered near the Balkan Stream pipeline, which transports Russian gas to Hungary. The finding comes days before Hungary's national election, creating political complications for the country's leadership. The discovery raises concerns about potential sabotage targeting critical energy infrastructure that supplies gas to Central Europe, amid broader tensions over energy dependence on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. Pipeline infrastructure in the region has been a target of attacks in recent years, including damage to the Nord Stream system in the Baltic Sea. The timing of the announcement during Hungary's election cycle is likely to intensify debate over the country's energy relationships and security vulnerabilities.