In a recent statement, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban warned that Europe will face the risk of increased war in the region if Ukraine becomes a member of the European Union (EU).
Speaking on local television, the Hungarian Prime Minister said that European countries bordering Ukraine will be particularly vulnerable to any escalation of tensions due to EU expansion. He affirmed that "risk of war" will appear if Kiev is granted full membership.
Mr. Orban continued to warn that the battlefield will explode in Europe, focusing on countries around Ukraine in the context of the Russia-Ukraine conflict that has lasted for more than 3 years and has not ended.
Although the Hungarian Prime Minister affirmed that he did not accept this because according to him, many European people, including Hungary, would be seriously affected. But he still suggested that Ukraine could establish a strategic partnership with the EU as an alternative to full entry.
In addition to its ambition to join NATO, Ukraine also sets a national goal of becoming a member of the EU and has been awarded the status of candidate since 2022.
According to the plan, the EU will admit Ukraine by 2030 and be accepted by most member states. However, in addition to Hungary, there are still some countries that are against this, including Slovakia and Poland. The two countries cited concerns about Ukraine's preparation and the financial burden that its admission could place on the EU.
