Hungary's Orbán's Bold Move: Blocking EU Aid and Membership Talks with Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has reiterated his opposition to Ukraine's accession talks with the EU, stating that it does not align with Hungary's national interests. Orbán called for a "strategic partnership" between the EU and Ukraine before considering membership negotiations. Hungary has threatened to block further financial and military aid to Ukraine and halt its accession bid. Orbán suggested that EU countries should provide aid to Ukraine from their national budgets instead of the EU budget. Ukrainian officials remain optimistic about overcoming Hungary's opposition and starting accession talks.