Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban hosted a high-profile summit in Budapest, bringing together leaders from Serbia, Slovakia, and Cyprus to discuss the ongoing Ukraine conflict. The meeting, held at the Buda Castle, focused on Hungary’s proposal for a peace initiative, emphasizing a ceasefire and negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. Orban outlined a plan involving a 90-day truce, which he presented to over 200 attendees, including diplomats and regional officials. The summit followed Orban’s recent visit to Moscow, where he met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and his subsequent talks with U.S. President Donald Trump in Mar-a-Lago, signaling Hungary’s active role in mediating the conflict. Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic supported the ceasefire idea, while Slovakia’s Prime Minister Ludovit Odor pledged to send 15 humanitarian aid trucks to Ukraine. Cyprus committed $2 million in emergency funding. The event drew approximately 300 protesters outside the venue, advocating for stronger EU sanctions against Russia, though no disruptions were reported. Orban reiterated Hungary’s stance against EU pressure to increase military support for Ukraine, noting that Hungary maintains its veto on related EU decisions. The summit concluded with a joint statement calling for dialogue, with plans for a follow-up meeting in September 2025. Hungary’s foreign ministry reported over 50 media outlets covering the event, highlighting its international attention. The gathering underscored Hungary’s efforts to position itself as a neutral broker amid escalating tensions.
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