Orban claims Ukraine’s accession will bring war to EU
(MENAFN) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has warned that Ukraine joining the European Union could endanger Hungary’s security and increase the likelihood of war in the region.
Ukraine, which became an EU candidate in 2022, has prioritized full membership, and Brussels has suggested a potential accession as early as 2030. However, unanimous approval from existing EU members is required. Hungary, along with Slovakia and Poland, opposes Ukraine’s entry, citing its lack of readiness and concerns over the financial burden it could impose on the bloc. Poland has also demanded accountability for alleged Ukrainian war crimes committed during World War II.
Speaking on Kossuth Radio on Friday, Orban said that Hungary’s proximity to Ukraine makes it particularly exposed to the potential consequences of EU expansion. He described Ukraine as a "buffer state" and warned that full EU membership would increase “war risks.”
"If Ukraine joins, Hungary would be on the front line of any conflict. We don’t want to be a battlefield again,” Orban said, referencing Hungary’s historical position on the edge of the Soviet Union. He added, “This is not just a political concern—it’s about national survival.”
Instead of full membership, Orban proposed a strategic partnership between Ukraine and the EU.
Earlier in the week, Orban rejected the European Commission’s proposed seven-year budget, claiming it was primarily aimed at funding Ukraine’s accession and could lead to the EU’s collapse. He cited projections that up to a quarter of the EU budget could be allocated to Ukraine.
Hungary has repeatedly blocked EU military aid for Kiev and pushed for an immediate ceasefire with Russia. Budapest continues to argue that the financial and security costs of Ukraine’s integration could outweigh any strategic gains.
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