EU Officials to Boycott Informal Meetings with Hungary as Orbán's Actions Anger European Partners
The European Commission president and other top officials have decided to boycott informal meetings hosted by Hungary during the country's EU presidency term after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's rogue diplomatic moves sparked controversy within the European Union. Orbán's recent visits to Ukraine, Russia, Azerbaijan, China, and the United States were viewed skeptically by EU leaders, who felt blindsided by the Hungarian leader's actions. His government's stance on Russia's war in Ukraine, including the refusal to supply weapons to Kyiv and threats to block financial aid, has further strained relations with other EU member states. Hungary's Europe minister criticized the European Commission's decision, arguing against selective cooperation with member states. Orbán's attempts at peace negotiations were met with skepticism, with critics accusing him of undermining EU and NATO unity and interests. Despite his calls for a ceasefire in Ukraine, Orbán's actions have raised concerns about Hungary's geopolitical alignment and approach to handling Russian aggression. The ongoing rift underscores the challenges of maintaining unity and a cohesive foreign policy approach within the EU.
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