Trump: “If EU are afraid of the Russians or want to have a high level of security in general, they have to pay for it.”
Posted: 11 Mar 2024, 01:24
Trump's Plans to End Ukraine War Without Aid: Orbán's Insights Post Interview
Former US President Donald Trump has been in talks with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, discussing plans to end the war in Ukraine, a conflict that has drawn international concern and involvement. Following a recent meeting with Trump, Orbán detailed the former president’s approach, which resonates significantly with Hungary’s national interests.
Orbán has claimed that Trump has “quite detailed plans” on how to end the Russo-Ukrainian war. Speaking to the M1 TV channel, Orbán relayed Trump’s resolve not to support the conflict financially: “He says the following: first, he will not give a single penny for the Russo-Ukrainian war. That’s why the war will end, because it’s obvious that Ukraine cannot stand on its own two feet. If the Americans don’t give money and weapons along with the Europeans, the war will end.”
The discussions occurred against the backdrop of a broader conversation about the paramount importance of strong and secure borders to maintain national sovereignty. Trump’s stance, as communicated by Orbán, is predicated on the notion that the war would cease should American financial and military aid to Ukraine be halted, under the assumption that Europe would be unable to sustain funding on its own.
This approach echoes a broader sentiment expressed by Trump, who, according to Orbán, has a clear vision for Europe’s security: “If Europeans are afraid of the Russians or want to have a high level of security in general, they have to pay for it.” Orbán added that Trump’s presidency, marked by the absence of new wars, indicates he is a “man of peace.” Trump’s aim to bring the Russo-Ukrainian conflict to a close aligns with Hungary’s desire for a quick resolution to the war.
The meeting, which took place in Florida, has been met with criticism from current US President Joe Biden, while Trump has praised Orbán as a “fantastic leader.” Orbán has reciprocated the praise, stating that “the world would be a better place” if Trump were to return to power.
However, the sentiments expressed by Orbán and Trump, and the discussions on ending the war in Ukraine, stand in contrast to concerns among foreign policy analysts regarding the potential for such an approach to favor Kremlin interests. Fears exist that Orbán, through his access to Trump, may be positioned to push narratives aligning with Russian talking points on Ukraine. These worries have been amplified by Orbán’s past criticism of the liberal international order and his publicly stated hope for a foreign policy shift in Washington and Brussels.
Trump’s possible return to the White House and his interaction with leaders like Orbán could signify a notable shift in international political dynamics, with potential implications for the future of NATO and the current geopolitical balance.
Former US President Donald Trump has been in talks with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, discussing plans to end the war in Ukraine, a conflict that has drawn international concern and involvement. Following a recent meeting with Trump, Orbán detailed the former president’s approach, which resonates significantly with Hungary’s national interests.
Orbán has claimed that Trump has “quite detailed plans” on how to end the Russo-Ukrainian war. Speaking to the M1 TV channel, Orbán relayed Trump’s resolve not to support the conflict financially: “He says the following: first, he will not give a single penny for the Russo-Ukrainian war. That’s why the war will end, because it’s obvious that Ukraine cannot stand on its own two feet. If the Americans don’t give money and weapons along with the Europeans, the war will end.”
The discussions occurred against the backdrop of a broader conversation about the paramount importance of strong and secure borders to maintain national sovereignty. Trump’s stance, as communicated by Orbán, is predicated on the notion that the war would cease should American financial and military aid to Ukraine be halted, under the assumption that Europe would be unable to sustain funding on its own.
This approach echoes a broader sentiment expressed by Trump, who, according to Orbán, has a clear vision for Europe’s security: “If Europeans are afraid of the Russians or want to have a high level of security in general, they have to pay for it.” Orbán added that Trump’s presidency, marked by the absence of new wars, indicates he is a “man of peace.” Trump’s aim to bring the Russo-Ukrainian conflict to a close aligns with Hungary’s desire for a quick resolution to the war.
The meeting, which took place in Florida, has been met with criticism from current US President Joe Biden, while Trump has praised Orbán as a “fantastic leader.” Orbán has reciprocated the praise, stating that “the world would be a better place” if Trump were to return to power.
However, the sentiments expressed by Orbán and Trump, and the discussions on ending the war in Ukraine, stand in contrast to concerns among foreign policy analysts regarding the potential for such an approach to favor Kremlin interests. Fears exist that Orbán, through his access to Trump, may be positioned to push narratives aligning with Russian talking points on Ukraine. These worries have been amplified by Orbán’s past criticism of the liberal international order and his publicly stated hope for a foreign policy shift in Washington and Brussels.
Trump’s possible return to the White House and his interaction with leaders like Orbán could signify a notable shift in international political dynamics, with potential implications for the future of NATO and the current geopolitical balance.