Intentionally uses the symbols of the presidency: the EU will discuss Orban’s trips to Moscow and Beijing

Intentionally uses the symbols of the presidency: the EU will discuss Orban's trips to Moscow and Beijing Sofia Nazarenko Polina Buyanova

European politicians are concerned about Orban's “peace missions”/Collage 24 Channel

Ambassadors of the European Union countries will discuss trips Orban to Moscow and Beijing with their “peacekeeping plans” for the war in Ukraine.

There is growing concern among EU member states about these “peace missions” during the Hungarian presidency of the EU Council. This was reported by a high-ranking diplomat on condition of anonymity, reports the correspondent of 24 Channel in Brussels.

EU concerned about Orban's travels

A senior EU official said concerns arose because Orban used the symbols of Hungary's presidency of the Council of the EU.

There is growing concern in capitals about the role that Mr Orbán ascribes to himself in the so-called “peacekeeping mission” , where it should be clear that he represents only his own country. Instead, he deliberately leaves a lot of uncertainty, for example, by showing the presidency logo in his dramatic communications, the source shared.

The ambassadors will try to achieve greater clarity during Wednesday's meeting. The senior diplomat noted that tensions among EU countries are high only after 7 days of Hungary's presidency of the EU Council. affairs, since Hungary is still blocking tranches from the European Peace Fund for Ukraine.

Zelensky also spoke about Orban’s visits to Moscow

Viktor Orban presents himself to the world as a potential “peacemaker” in Russia’s war against Ukraine and a “mediator” in negotiations.

At the same time, the President of Ukraine emphasized that there can be no mediation between Ukraine and the aggressor state, except for the consolidated efforts of the powerful countries of the world, which can force Putin to stop the war.