Viktor Orbán's visit to Washington resulted in a one-year exemption for Hungary to continue purchasing Russian oil, which he sought ahead of the upcoming elections. US President Trump praised Orbán as a 'great leader' and aligned their political agendas. Despite EU pressure to reduce reliance on Russian energy, Hungary maintains its position due to its landlocked status. Orbán's relationship with Trump may provide him with a political advantage in the elections, while tensions with the EU and Ukraine persist.