Orbán urges EU to rethink sanctions against Russia to lower energy costs
Earlier, Orbán urged a review of a $50 billion aid package to Ukraine and warned that Europe cannot sustain Ukraine’s defense alone if US support wanes.
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Orbán urges EU to rethink Ukraine aid strategy following Trump’s election victory
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has warned EU leaders that Europe may need a fresh strategy on aid for Ukraine. Orbán expressed doubts over the sustainability of European military and financial support and urged urgent action ahead of this week’s EU summit in Budapest.
Ukraine seeks bilateral agreement with pro-Russian Hungary to advance NATO membership
Ukraine is negotiating a comprehensive document with Hungary to address challenges, seek backing for NATO membership, and prevent potential blockades to Zelenskyy's victory strategy.
Politico: Hungary flirts with Putin and snubs NATO meeting, situation reaching boiling point
Hungary's balancing act between east and west is raising alarm among NATO allies, with the situation reaching boiling point.
Bloomberg: France and Germany skeptical of plan to override Hungary’s veto on Ukraine aid
The European standoff leaves more than €6 billion in military assistance hanging in the balance, as the Russo-Ukrainian War approaches its third year.
Diplomatic dispute erupts between Hungary and Croatia over Ukraine
The Croatian minister noted that his country should support Ukraine, otherwise, it could turn into Serbia and Hungary ''which are now publicly supporting Putin.''
Politico: Seven NATO members oppose immediate membership invitation for Ukraine
US, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia, Belgium, Slovenia, and Spain are slow-walking Ukraine's request for the immediate invitation, despite Zelenskyy's insistence on wartime invitation necessity
Politico: EU eyes new Russia sanctions push as Hungary’s presidency nears end
EU sanctions against Russia stalled under Hungary's leadership, Poland aims to revive discussions when it assumes the EU presidency in January.
Hungary in talks with Gazprom for additional gas supplies in 2025
Hungarian FM Szijjártó revealed the ongoing talks with Gazprom and threatened to veto EU sanctions if its Russian oil exemption is revoked.
EU proposes voluntary contributions to bypass Hungary’s veto on Ukraine aid
€6.6 billion in military assistance for Ukraine has been blocked by Budapest since May 2023.
Five Republican senators criticize Orban for friendship with Russia and China
US lawmakers have expressed worry about Hungary's diplomatic course, citing closer relations with Russia and China as key issues.
EU considers $ 46 bn Ukraine loan package without participation of US
Brussels is exploring a unilateral €40bn ($46 bn) loan package for Ukraine, circumventing potential Hungarian objections to a G7 plan involving frozen Russian assets.
Ukraine offered six European countries assistance in overcoming consequences of floods
Ukraine's offer of rescue assistance signals a growing recognition of the need for international cooperation in the face of intensifying climate-related disasters.
First bilingual school for Ukrainian children opens in Hungary
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba praised the opening of a new Ukrainian school in Budapest as a step towards preserving Ukrainian identity abroad.
Hungary wants Ukraine to stop its counter-incursion into Russia
Hungary's government spokesman Gulyás calls for a ceasefire in Ukraine's Kursk operation, urging both sides to protect what he calls Europe's energy security, implying Russia's gas and oil supplies to Hungary, Slovakia, and other countries.
New Hungarian law may displace thousands of Ukrainian refugees
Hungary's decision to limit aid to Ukrainian refugees from specific regions may force many to return to Ukraine or face homelessness.
Hungary, Slovakia’s request for EU talks on Ukraine’s Lukoil transit ban turned down
The EU has rejected Hungary and Slovakia's request for discussions on Ukraine's Lukoil transit ban, stating the sanctions do not impact oil transit security via the Druzhba pipeline as long as Lukoil is not the oil's formal owner.
Lithuania warns of espionage risk from Hungary’s new visa rules for Russian citizens
Citing increased incidents of diversions and sabotage across Europe allegedly linked to Russian espionage, Lithuania raised concerns about Hungary's decision to allow easier entry for Russians and Belarusians into the EU.
From guest workers to residents: Hungary opens doors to Russians amid EU security concerns
Hungary began allowing Russian and Belarusian citizens to enter as guest workers without security checks, with the option to bring their families and apply for permanent residency after three years.
Polish Foreign Ministry suggests Orbán leave EU and form alliance with Putin
Following Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán's accusations of Polish hypocrisy, Polish Deputy Foreign Minister Bartoszewski suggested Hungary leave the EU and ally with Putin.