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Orban and Martin Clash Over EU Veto Powers

5/13/2025

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban clashed with Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin over the use of EU veto powers, which Orban defends as vital for Hungary's interests. Martin labeled Orban's approach "outrageous," cautioning that such misuse could jeopardize the EU's effectiveness, while also voicing alarm over Hungary's treatment of the LGBTI community.

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban clashed with Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin over the use of EU veto powers, which Orban defends as vital for Hungary's interests. Martin labeled Orban's approach "outrageous," cautioning that such misuse could jeopardize the EU's effectiveness, while also voicing alarm over Hungary's treatment of the LGBTI community.