Orban Calls for Dialogue Amidst Ukraine-Russia Conflict

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban asserted that Ukraine cannot triumph over Russia militarily and stressed the need for dialogue and a ceasefire. While Hungary stalls a substantial G7 loan to Ukraine, Orban suggests diplomatic engagement and criticizes European leaders' current strategy, aiming for economic ties with Russia amidst sanctions.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has declared that Ukraine cannot achieve victory against Russia through military means and has emphasized the necessity of initiating dialogue and enforcing a ceasefire to preserve lives.

Hungary recently moved to delay a $50 billion G7 loan to Ukraine, stipulating its final decision until after the U.S. presidential election. Orban speculated that if elected, Donald Trump would act swiftly to forge peace in Ukraine, hinting at a required response from European leaders.

Positioning Hungary on a self-fashioned peace mission post-EU presidency, Orban seeks normalcy in economic relations with Russia in unsanctioned sectors, critiquing Western hypocrisy over resource acquisitions. During a press conference, Orban faced protest from an opposition member accusing him of disloyalty to Hungary.

(With inputs from agencies.)