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Zelenskyy Slams Orbán for Blocking Ukraine's EU Membership

11/5/2025

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for blocking Ukraine's EU membership, a 2024 veto he says supports Russia.
The blockage has frustrated Ukraine and Moldova's accession talks despite pressure from other EU leaders.
There is speculation that the blockade will continue until Hungary's April 2026 elections.
Zelenskyy urged Orbán to support Kyiv, noting Kyiv has met all EU criteria and that diplomacy should transcend personal relationships.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for blocking Ukraine's EU membership, a 2024 veto he says supports Russia.
The blockage has frustrated Ukraine and Moldova's accession talks despite pressure from other EU leaders.
There is speculation that the blockade will continue until Hungary's April 2026 elections.
Zelenskyy urged Orbán to support Kyiv, noting Kyiv has met all EU criteria and that diplomacy should transcend personal relationships.