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Putin reaches out to Hungary over revolt

HISTORICAL FRICTION Russia's president, who is on a two-day visit to Hungary, spoke of Moscow's `moral responsibility' regarding the Soviet suppression of the 1956 uprising

AP , BUDAPEST

"No one in Europe should ever have any doubts about the reliability of Russia gas to Europe. Never," Putin said.

Across from the parliament, a small group of protesters waved banners reading "Respect Human Rights." On Monday, Amnesty International and other groups published newspaper ads calling on Gyurcsany to discuss with Putin the increasing restrictions on human rights groups in Russia.

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