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Merz Backs Hungary EU Return, Hungary Sets Rights Condition

6/3/2026

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met Hungarian leader Peter Magyar in Berlin and pledged backing for Hungary’s EU reintegration.
Peter Magyar said Hungary will act as a partner and will not use vetoes on principle.
Peter Magyar reaffirmed Hungary will not send weapons or troops to Ukraine and will block accession talks until minority rights are guaranteed.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said European support for Ukraine must continue despite bilateral issues.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met Hungarian leader Peter Magyar in Berlin and pledged backing for Hungary’s EU reintegration.
Peter Magyar said Hungary will act as a partner and will not use vetoes on principle.
Peter Magyar reaffirmed Hungary will not send weapons or troops to Ukraine and will block accession talks until minority rights are guaranteed.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said European support for Ukraine must continue despite bilateral issues.