During the Wagner Group’s attempted march on Moscow in June 2023, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó contacted Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Szijjártó reportedly inquired about the unfolding situation as Yevgeny Prigozhin’s forces advanced. He offered assistance to Lavrov, the nature of which was not specified in reports. This contact resurfaces questions regarding Hungary’s position during the brief but significant internal conflict within Russia. The offer of aid occurred amidst a period of heightened uncertainty regarding the stability of the Russian government. Details of the conversation are emerging as scrutiny increases regarding international responses to the Wagner rebellion. This incident highlights the diplomatic interactions occurring while Prigozhin’s forces posed a direct challenge to Russian authority.