Hungary’s Prime Minister Victor Orbán has stirred controversy by visiting both Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin, despite the European Council’s concerns. While Orbán has refused to provide political or military support to Ukraine, Hungarian officials maintain that a peaceful resolution to the conflict is necessary as there is no military solution. The European Council has criticized Orbán for overstepping his mandate and undermining EU interests with his visits. Orbán’s actions have overshadowed Hungary’s priorities during its EU presidency, including migration policies and European defense strategy. Despite condemning the aggression in Ukraine, Hungary remains firm in its decision not to provide lethal military equipment to Kyiv, citing its responsibility to protect Hungary’s sovereignty. Hungarian officials emphasize the need for negotiation between both parties involved in the conflict in Ukraine. Despite their strong feelings for Ukraine, they believe that the resolution lies in the hands of the conflicting parties. As Orbán’s visits to both Zelenskyy and Putin spark controversy within the EU, Hungary remains steadfast in its stance of neutrality and prioritizing the security of its own country.
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