In a recent statement, President Zelensky dismissed Hungarian Prime Minister Orban’s potential role in mediating peace talks with Russia, citing Ukraine’s military strength and direct US relations as sufficient. He highlighted Orban’s lack of leverage over Putin and rejected claims of a rejected ceasefire proposal. Zelensky emphasized that any peace negotiations would only commence when Russia lacks the resources to continue its aggression. Ukraine’s focus remains on achieving a just and lasting peace through military victory.
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As an individual, I am deeply concerned about recent statements made by Balázs Orbán, a close advisor to the Hungarian Prime Minister, which hint at Hungary’s reluctance to defend itself in the event of an attack akin to Ukraine’s defensive struggle. This admission raises serious questions about Hungary’s commitment to its own sovereignty and the collective security of NATO. It is distressing to witness such an undermining of national pride and a lack of willingness to protect the country against external threats.
The implications of Balázs Orbán’s remarks are worrisome, as they suggest that Hungary would not have fought a defensive war in 1956, claiming that it would have been “irresponsible.”… Continue reading
EU leaders have approved a €50 billion deal for Ukraine after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán lifted his veto. This is a significant development in supporting Ukraine during a critical moment. However, it raises questions about the negotiations and potential backroom deals that may have taken place. It is important to consider if the threat of stripping EU funding was enough to make Orbán back down.
Orbán has a history of exploiting the voting rule in the past, giving him significant power to sabotage deals. It would be beneficial if the press did not compliment him for these actions, as it only encourages such behavior.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker