'We don't have to accept what the Russians are saying, but they really do see this as just a special military operation' – Balázs Orbán 😔

Balázs Orbán, the political director of Hungary's Prime Minister, expressed concerns over the ongoing war in Ukraine, emphasizing Hungary's neutrality and reluctance to abandon Russian energy. He highlighted the long-term implications of the conflict and the potential for a drawn-out war, while also discussing the risks of EU membership for Ukraine. The article draws parallels between the current war and Hungary's 1956 revolution, noting the desire for national independence against oppression.