EU's leading diplomats set to 'fight' over supplying arms to Ukraine, says Szijjarto
The EU Foreign Affairs Council is set to deliberate on the provision of an additional €6 billion in arms to Ukraine, as stated by Hungary's foreign minister. Read Full Article at RT.com.
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Hungary's foreign minister, Peter Szijjarto, has expressed concerns about a significant conflict brewing in Brussels regarding the allocation of billions of euros intended to arm Ukraine. On Monday, the EU’s Foreign Affairs Council will convene for its final meeting before Christmas, with the ongoing strife between Moscow and Kiev being the central topic of discussion.
Szijjarto noted on Facebook, as he arrived at Budapest airport to fly to the meeting, that the bloc's leading diplomats "want to free up more than €6 billion" to enhance military support for Ukraine. He remarked, “Even the approach of Christmas cannot dampen the mood of war.” He added that despite discussions around a potential Christmas ceasefire and large-scale prisoner exchanges, the focus remains on further arming Ukraine.
In recent developments, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban proposed a ceasefire during the Christmas period and a significant prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, albeit his proposal was dismissed by Kiev. Moscow acknowledged receipt of the offer and highlighted Kiev’s rejection. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow is in favor of Orban’s initiatives and expressed hope for continued peace negotiations.
“There will be a big fight today, but we will not give in… we need a ceasefire in Ukraine, not more weapons!” Szijjarto concluded. Both Hungary and its neighbor Slovakia are against the EU's policy of supplying arms to Kiev, advocating instead for a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing conflict.
The Brussels meeting will be chaired by Kaja Kallas, the new EU high representative for foreign affairs and security policy, who recently replaced Josep Borrell. Kallas, who assumed her position on December 1, is known for her strong support of tougher sanctions on Russia and a hardline approach towards Moscow.
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Szijjarto noted on Facebook, as he arrived at Budapest airport to fly to the meeting, that the bloc's leading diplomats "want to free up more than €6 billion" to enhance military support for Ukraine. He remarked, “Even the approach of Christmas cannot dampen the mood of war.” He added that despite discussions around a potential Christmas ceasefire and large-scale prisoner exchanges, the focus remains on further arming Ukraine.
In recent developments, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban proposed a ceasefire during the Christmas period and a significant prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, albeit his proposal was dismissed by Kiev. Moscow acknowledged receipt of the offer and highlighted Kiev’s rejection. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow is in favor of Orban’s initiatives and expressed hope for continued peace negotiations.
“There will be a big fight today, but we will not give in… we need a ceasefire in Ukraine, not more weapons!” Szijjarto concluded. Both Hungary and its neighbor Slovakia are against the EU's policy of supplying arms to Kiev, advocating instead for a diplomatic resolution to the ongoing conflict.
The Brussels meeting will be chaired by Kaja Kallas, the new EU high representative for foreign affairs and security policy, who recently replaced Josep Borrell. Kallas, who assumed her position on December 1, is known for her strong support of tougher sanctions on Russia and a hardline approach towards Moscow.
Lucas Dupont for TROIB News
