Ukraine talks with Hungary: Ukrainian Foreign Minister discusses EU support with Szijjártó
Sibyha held an important conversation with Szijjártó (Illustrative photo: Getty Images)
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held an important conversation with his Hungarian counterpart, Péter Szijjártó, regarding Ukraine’s support within the EU and regional security, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
During the discussion, key steps for cooperation between Kyiv and Budapest were addressed, as well as prospects for Ukraine’s European integration.
Sybiha informed his Hungarian counterpart about the escalation of Russian terror and reaffirmed Ukraine’s commitment to peaceful efforts. The minister emphasized the need for consolidated international support to increase pressure on Russia and advance the peace process.
Additionally, the parties discussed the upcoming visit of Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka to Budapest and other bilateral contacts. Special attention was given to the rights of the Hungarian national minority in Ukraine and ways to address these issues in a spirit of mutual respect.
Sybiha emphasized the importance of promptly opening negotiation clusters as part of Ukraine’s EU accession talks and called on all member states to support this step.
The minister also welcomed Hungary’s 10-year gas supply agreement with Shell, calling it an important move to strengthen the energy security of the region and all of Europe.
“The security of Ukraine and Europe is indivisible and strengthening it is our shared interest. Pragmatic and mutually beneficial cooperation between our two nations is key and we propose the Hungarian side to work on it constructively,” Sybiha concluded.
US President Donald Trump is reportedly very dissatisfied with Hungary continuing to purchase Russian energy resources.
At the same time, a full EU rejection of Russian energy supplies will be a challenge for Hungary. Losses for its inefficient economy could exceed 4% of GDP.
