Orbán's Peace Mission Angers Western Allies

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has met with former U.S. President Donald Trump in Florida as part of his self-proclaimed 'peace mission' to resolve the war in Ukraine, angering Western allies. Orbán, who has close ties with Russia and China, expressed belief that Trump could quickly end the conflict if re-elected. This meeting follows Orbán's controversial visits to Kyiv, Moscow, and Beijing, which have been criticized by EU and NATO members for undermining collective Western efforts and violating EU treaties. Key Western leaders, including from Sweden and Finland, plan to boycott informal meetings in Hungary in protest. Orbán's stance aligns with Russian narratives, opposing military aid to Ukraine and promoting immediate peace talks without Ukrainian consent.