Hungary Summons Russian Envoy Over Shelling of Transcarpathia

Anita Orbán Meets with Russia's Ambassador

According to Главком: Hungary's Foreign Minister, Anita Orbán, summoned Russia's ambassador to Budapest, Evgeny Stanislavov, following a large-scale attack on Transcarpathia on May 13. Orbán stressed that the assault is completely unacceptable, as it threatens regional security and the Hungarian minority. The Hungarian government has strongly condemned the attack.

The roughly 30-minute meeting took place amid reports of at least five Russian drone strikes on Transcarpathian territory. On May 13, Russia launched a massive combined attack on Ukraine, also targeting Lutsk, Kovel, Kolomyia, and Khmelnytskyi. Debris from one drone fell on an open area in Kyiv's Obolon district.

I told the Russian ambassador that for Hungary, it is absolutely unacceptable that they are now attacking Transcarpathia, where the Hungarian minority lives... I emphasized that Russia must do everything to ensure an immediate ceasefire and the swiftest possible peaceful and lasting end to the war. - Anita Orbán

Regarding the situation, the Hungarian government firmly condemns Russia's attack on Transcarpathia, as stated by Péter Magyar.

Reactions to the Events

It is also worth noting that the Russian government has made no public statements regarding the ambassador's summons. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on the massive drone attack, warning that occupiers could launch missiles at Ukraine after all waves of drones. These events underscore the regional tension and the challenges faced by neighboring countries.

The meeting between Hungary's foreign minister and Russia's ambassador reflects Hungary's growing concern for the safety of the Hungarian minority in Ukraine amid armed conflicts. The Hungarian government's response, along with the Ukrainian president's remarks, indicates that the situation in the region remains tense, with neighboring countries closely monitoring unfolding events.

These incidents could have serious implications for diplomatic relations between Hungary and Russia, as well as for overall regional stability.

In light of the recent escalation, Hungary's actions are reminiscent of prior diplomatic measures taken regarding strikes in the region. For a closer look at similar developments, including Hungary's response to earlier attacks on Zakarpattia, you can read more about Hungary's diplomatic stance in the context of ongoing tensions.