Orban: Although they blackmail me and behave like bandits, I will not accept Ukraine’s demands Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that Ukrainian President Zelensky wants to remove him and the Hungarian government because they refuse to meet Ukraine’s demands, including ceasing oil imports from Russia, providing financial aid, and allowing Ukraine into the EU. Orban also criticized Europe’s unpreparedness for another migrant crisis and vowed to protect Hungary’s interests and security.

• Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban will not comply with Ukraine’s demands, viewing them as blackmail and threats.
• Orban stated that Hungary will not stop importing Russian oil, support Ukraine’s war effort, or provide financial aid.
• Hungary will not allow Ukraine to join the EU, arguing it would harm the national economy.
• Orban accused Ukrainian leadership of acting ‘bandit-like’ towards Hungary, including politically influencing Hungarian opposition parties.
• Hungary has halted gasoline and diesel shipments to Ukraine and may suspend other critical supplies if necessary.
• Orban believes Europe is unprepared for another migrant crisis and emphasized Hungary’s system for preventing illegal entry.
• Orban stated that Brussels is pressuring Hungary to adopt a flawed migration policy and that Hungary prioritizes its own security.
• Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó condemned Zelensky’s implied threats against Hungary.