The members of the Visegrád Group are in continuous dialogue and the Hungarian authorities are constantly monitoring the events in Ukraine, especially the situation of the Hungarian minorities in Subcarpathia – Government Spokesperson András Giró-Szász said today.

He informed the press that Hungary is preparing the medical and asylum aspects for of a possible wave of refugees reaching the Hungarian border as a result of the current events in Ukraine.

At least 25 people died and hundreds were injured last night during clashes between the police and protestors, who have been demonstrating against the government since last November.

(Prime Minister’s Office)