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‘Declaration of War Against Hungary’: Orbán Slams EU Plan to Fast-Track Ukraine Membership

Orban calls EU’s acceleration of Ukraine’s 2027 accession an ‘open declaration of war’ on Hungary amid efforts to bypass Budapest’s veto.

  • On Wednesday, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán denounced a Politico report that EU institutions and member states are exploring ways to bypass Hungary's veto to speed Ukraine's accession, calling it an open declaration of war against Hungary.
  • Earlier this month, Ukrainian officials pushed for Ukraine's accession by 2027 in a draft 20-point peace proposal, hoping it prompts outreach to Budapest for agreement.
  • Using an AI-generated video, Orbán claimed 'They had decided that Ukraine will be admitted to the EU as early as 2027 and they are defying the Hungarian people's decision.'
  • With Hungarians set to vote in April, Orbán has made Ukraine central to his campaign to shift focus from the cost-of-living crisis as he trails a resurgent opposition pledging reform and alleges the EU wants to install the Tisza Party.
  • EU officials are reportedly weighing alternatives, including seeking U.S. pressure from President Donald Trump, if Hungary maintains its veto, as diplomats say Article 7 could be a last resort.
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Viktor Orbán on Ukraine's EU accession: Dream, dream, sweet dream - The Hungarian Prime Minister said that Hungary will also respond to alleged Ukrainian threats.

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Magyar Hang broke the news in on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
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