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At the close of Hungary’s EU Presidency, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán emphasized the need for negotiations to end the war in Ukraine. He proposed a Christmas ceasefire and a significant prisoner exchange, but Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected the plan, calling for unity against Russia and commitment to the UN Charter instead.
Prime Minister Orbán announced his proposal on X (formerly Twitter), stating,
Today we proposed a Christmas ceasefire and a significant prisoner exchange. It is regrettable that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has clearly rejected and ruled this out.”
President Zelenskyy criticized Viktor Orbán’s recent phone call with Vladimir Putin, urging leaders to focus on collective success over self-image. “Achieving real peace and security requires American determination, European unity, and adherence to the UN Charter,” Zelenskyy wrote.
At the end of the Hungarian EU Presidency, we made new efforts for peace. We proposed a Christmas ceasefire and a large-scale prisoner exchange. It’s sad that President @ZelenskyyUa clearly rejected and ruled this out today. We did what we could! https://t.co/17f4tXJEsc
— Orbán Viktor (@PM_ViktorOrban) December 11, 2024
As we earlier reported, Orbán convened Hungary’s Defense Council on December 11 to discuss the Ukraine crisis. Officials also debated military measures, including conscription policies, reflecting Hungary’s ongoing concern for regional stability. President Zelenskyy, meanwhile, reiterated Ukraine’s rejection of peace talks that would exclude Kyiv’s direct involvement.
Ukraine’s stance remains firm: peace discussions must include Ukraine, ensuring decisions respect its sovereignty.
President Zelenskyy stressed, “we must prioritize unity, not personal agendas.” Hungary’s diplomatic moves highlight divergent approaches to resolving the conflict, with the war’s resolution tied to maintaining European cohesion.
Via MTI; Featured Image: MTI / Miniszterelnöki Sajtóiroda / Fischer Zoltán