On August 21, Hungarian government spokesman Gergely Gulyás called for a ceasefire in the Ukrainian military operation in Russia’s Kursk Oblast. Speaking to Hungarian broadcaster Telex, Gulyás reiterated Hungary’s commitment to peace and stressed his concern about Europe’s alleged energy security, Ukrainska Pravda (UP) reported.
This statement comes as Ukraine continues its offensive in Russia’s Kursk Oblast, which began on August 6. Hungary is the only EU state that has maintained relations with the Kremlin since Russia’s large-scale invasion. Unlike most EU countries, Hungary opposes military aid to Ukraine, both domestically and within the EU, and refuses to supply weapons to Kyiv. In its staunch opposition to Ukraine within the EU, Hungary often cites alleged violations of the rights of ethnic Hungarians in Ukraine.
“Ukraine is no longer just defending itself, but is on the offensive. We want a ceasefire and peace”, explained Gulyas.
He called on both Ukraine and Russia to take into account their responsibility for Europe’s energy security. According to UP, he was referring to the transportation of Russian oil and gas through Ukrainian territory.
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The Hungarian government under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán consistently advocates a ceasefire in accordance with Russian conditions, thereby implying a legitimization of the Russian occupation in Ukraine.
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