**Hungary’s PM Orban Claims Russia Has Won the War in Ukraine**
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has sparked controversy with his statement that Russia has won the war in Ukraine. In an interview with a YouTube channel, Orban said that the Ukrainians have lost the war and that Russia has emerged victorious.
Orban’s comments come ahead of a summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday. The Hungarian PM has been criticized by some European leaders for his government’s ties with Russia and opposition to military aid for Ukraine.
**A Divided Europe**
Orban’s views are at odds with many other European leaders, who continue to support Ukraine in its fight against Russia’s invasion. His comments have raised questions about Hungary’s loyalty to the European Union and its commitment to supporting Ukraine.
The Hungarian PM also criticized the EU’s joint statement on Ukraine, saying that it made Europe look “ridiculous and pathetic”. He claimed that Europe missed an opportunity to negotiate with Putin under former US President Joe Biden’s administration and is now at risk of having its future decided without its involvement.
**Hungary’s Energy Dependence**
Hungary gets most of its energy from Russia, which may have influenced Orban’s views on the war. The country has refused to send weapons to Ukraine, and Orban strongly opposes Ukraine’s EU membership, saying it would wreak havoc on Hungarian farmers and the wider economy.
Orban’s comments have sparked a heated debate in Europe, with some leaders accusing him of being too close to Russia and others defending his right to express his opinions. As the situation in Ukraine continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Orban’s views will impact Hungary’s relations with other European countries.
**A Warning from Orban**
In his interview, Orban warned that if Europe is not at the negotiating table with Russia, it risks being left out of important decisions. He used the metaphor “you are on the menu” to emphasize the point that Europe needs to engage in diplomacy with Russia if it wants to have a say in its future.
As the world watches the developments in Ukraine and the impact on global politics, Orban’s comments serve as a reminder that even among allies, there can be significant differences of opinion.
