"Volodymyr Zelenskyy voiced exasperation over the continued blocking of a 90bn EU loan to Kyiv by Hungary's prime minister, Viktor Orban, which is desperately required."
"Mr Orban is doubling down on attempts to mobilise his nationalist base by fuelling anti-Ukraine and anti-EU sentiment, trailing in the polls ahead of an election."
"Allegations continue to emerge that he has colluded with his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, to undermine European decision-making during the war."
"As Washington's erratic focus shifts around the globe, Ukraine has become more vulnerable and more reliant than ever on steadfast European support."
Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed frustration over Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban blocking a 90bn EU loan to Ukraine, which is urgently needed due to dwindling US support. Orban's actions are seen as catering to Moscow while rallying his nationalist base ahead of elections. Allegations of collusion with Russia's Sergei Lavrov to undermine European unity have emerged. As US military focus shifts to the Gulf, Ukraine's reliance on European support increases, with critical resources for defense dwindling and peace negotiations stalled.
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