Orban’s opposition to Ukraine aid strains EU and NATO relations
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban stands alone in opposing Western aid to Ukraine amidst Russia's invasion. Orban vetoed substantial EU aid packages and resisted NATO support, citing concerns over corruption and arguing that assisting Ukraine prolongs conflict. His stance has frustrated allies, who view Russia as a significant threat. With Hungary's EU presidency approaching, tensions are high as Europe questions Orban's true allegiances and potential influence.
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By Zoltan Simon
Hungary's prime minister is often the odd man out in the European Union and the NATO military alliance. Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Viktor Orban has been essentially alone in pushing back against Western efforts to come to Kyiv's aid. With the war now in its third year and Ukraine in dire need of assistance, the nationalist leader's stonewalling is exasperating Hungary's allies and raising questions about his government's true allegiances.
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