Trump Praises Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in High-Stakes Meeting

Man of Peace: Orbán’s Endorsement

In a recent meeting between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Republican front-runner Donald Trump, Orbán praised Trump as a “man of peace.” The meeting, which covered a wide range of issues, included a discussion on the ongoing war in Ukraine, which Russian President Vladimir Putin has been waging since February 2022.

The End of the War in Ukraine

Orbán highlighted that the resolution of the war in Ukraine relies on financial and military support from the United States and Europe. “If the Americans don’t give money and weapons, along with the Europeans, the war is over,” Orbán stated. He stressed the importance of sufficient financial backing, as the Europeans alone cannot finance the ongoing conflict.

Trump’s Detailed Plan

Trump, who possesses a “detailed plan” to end the war in Ukraine according to Orbán, aligns with Hungary’s interests. As a NATO skeptic, Trump’s lead in the Republican presidential primary, along with his support in key swing states, has raised the Hungarian prime minister’s enthusiasm.

A Yearslong Bromance

Orbán has previously expressed his endorsement of Trump’s bid to return to the White House, further solidifying the “yearslong bromance” between the two leaders. Orbán’s endorsement follows his ongoing contact with Putin amid Russia’s full-scale invasion, with Orbán consistently advocating against sending additional money and weaponry to Ukraine.