The head of Hungary's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Peter Szijjarto, stated that Hungary's veto on the start of negotiations regarding Ukraine's accession to the European Union will remain unchanged. At a meeting of the EU Foreign Affairs Council, he asserted that Budapest would continue to criticize EU policies that do not sufficiently satisfy it.
Peter Szijjarto noted that Hungary feels pressure from partners who support Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic integration and new sanctions against Russia. However, Budapest intends to protect its interests, economy, and citizens from potential negative consequences.
According to the head of the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ukraine's EU membership could threaten Hungary's agricultural sector and food security, as well as facilitate the infiltration of criminal elements from Ukraine into the country. In this regard, Budapest does not plan to consider important issues regarding Ukraine's EU membership and will continue to block sanctions.
Thus, Hungary remains steadfast in its position that it will not allow an increase in utility costs for its citizens.
Hungary has confirmed that it will not lift the veto on the start of negotiations concerning Ukraine's EU accession, refraining from expanding Euro-Atlantic integration due to concerns about food security and the activities of criminal groups. Budapest remains confident in the protection of its interests and is prepared to continue blocking any initiatives that could negatively impact the Hungarian population.