politics
Orban: Although they blackmail me and behave like bandits, I will not accept Ukraine's demands
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reiterated today that the Hungarian government and he are an inconvenience to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky because they do not meet his demands, which is why he wants to 'get rid of them'.
TL;DR
- Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban will not comply with Ukraine's demands, viewing them as blackmail and threats.
- Orban stated that Hungary will not stop importing Russian oil, support Ukraine's war effort, or provide financial aid.
- Hungary will not allow Ukraine to join the EU, arguing it would harm the national economy.
- Orban accused Ukrainian leadership of acting 'bandit-like' towards Hungary, including politically influencing Hungarian opposition parties.
- Hungary has halted gasoline and diesel shipments to Ukraine and may suspend other critical supplies if necessary.
- Orban believes Europe is unprepared for another migrant crisis and emphasized Hungary's system for preventing illegal entry.
- Orban stated that Brussels is pressuring Hungary to adopt a flawed migration policy and that Hungary prioritizes its own security.
- Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó condemned Zelensky's implied threats against Hungary.