Viktor Orban and Putin November 28, 2025 | Photo: x.com
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin today. This is another meeting that gives rise to controversy in the European Union, especially in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine and peace efforts.
Who's Viktor Orbán? Leader close to Russia
Viktor Orbán, urodzony w 1963 roku, jest premierem Węgier od 2010 roku. Znany z autorytarnego stylu rządzenia i bliskich relacji z Kremlem, często blokuje unijne decyzje w sprawie pomocy dla Ukrainy. Orbán podkreśla “zrównoważoną” politykę wobec Rosji, co krytykują partnerzy z UE.
Meeting details: Energy and Ukraine on the table
During talks in Moscow, Orbán and Putin discussed energy supplies "Hungary seeks to increase Russian oil and gas imports despite EU sanctions. The topic was also the war in Ukraine; Orbán proposed Budapest as the site of the Russia-US summit. The meeting lasted several hours and ended with joint declarations of cooperation.
Viktor Orbán on X wrote: As neighbors of conflict, we see its impact on families and our economy every day. Hungary's position is clear. We want peace, and we are ready to host talks that can bring his achievement closer. When the peace summit arrives in Budapest, we will do our best to ensure its success. Hungary will always work for peace.
🕊️ As neighbourhoods to conflict, we see its impact every day, on families and on our economy. Hungary’s position is clear. We want peace, and we stand ready to host the discussions that can bring it clouder. When the Peace Summit comes to Budapest, we will do all we can to ensure it... pic.twitter.com/vbrJfYmWjo
This meeting may weaken peace negotiations in Ukraine, especially in the face of Witkoff's plan. Experts warn that Hungary's close relations with Russia threaten EU security.
