The Hungarian government officially condemned Russia’s military aggression and declared support for Ukraine’s territorial integrity. This is stated in the political guidelines published late Tuesday evening. The document indicates a sharp departure from the pro‑Russian policy pursued by former Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
The document states that “Russia’s behavior poses a threat to Hungary, Europe, and the world order.” It also emphasizes that Moscow exposes the Hungarian minority in the Zakarpattia region of Ukraine to “serious danger.” The guidelines, signed by Prime Minister Peter Magyar, outline Budapest’s foreign policy priorities ahead of the next UN General Assembly in New York.
Changes in Budapest’s foreign policy
The document reaffirms that Hungary condemns Russia’s aggression and fully supports Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognised borders. Budapest recognises Kyiv’s right to self‑defence and backs negotiations for “sustainable peace and long‑term security guarantees.”
Peter Magyar has reshaped Budapest’s foreign policy since taking office after Viktor Orban was ousted this spring. He began restoring relations with Brussels, signed an agreement that unblocked 16.4 billion euros of frozen EU funds, and cancelled Hungary’s veto on reimbursing EU countries for weapons supplied to Ukraine.
Earlier this month, Magyar also announced a review of the key nuclear agreement “Paks II” with Moscow. Orban signed the agreement with the Russian state corporation “Rosatom” in 2014. It provided for up to 10 billion euros in Russian financing.
However, the Magyar government still opposes an accelerated Ukrainian accession to the EU and seeks to slow negotiations between Brussels and Kyiv on Ukraine’s membership. Foreign Minister Anita Orban said that after the talks conclude, a referendum will be held in which Hungarians will decide whether the country supports Ukraine joining the EU.
Source: Politico
