Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's trip to Moscow amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine has drawn criticism from the White House, which said it "will not advance the cause of peace" and Ukraine's sovereignty.
Mykhailo Podolyak noted that countries that are serious about mediation between Ukraine and Russia will not publicly declare this, as mediation in major wars requires understanding the aggressor, the victims and violations of international law, as opposed to simply calling for an immediate ceasefire.
At the upcoming NATO summit, Bulgarian Acting Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev will propose that Bulgaria mediate peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in accordance with the UN Charter and international law.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico made his first public appearance since surviving an assassination attempt in May, speaking at a ceremony where he supported Hungarian leader Viktor Orban's visit to moscow and spoke out against progressive ideologies.
After a visit to Kyiv and Moscow, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said that the positions of Ukraine and Russia are very far apart, requiring many steps to bring the war closer to an end.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin, where they had a "frank conversation" for almost three hours, including about Ukraine.
NATO Secretary General Stoltenberg expects Hungarian Prime Minister Orban to discuss his visit to Moscow during the upcoming NATO summit in Washington.
Putin said he is ready to outline the nuances of his proposals for a "peaceful settlement" of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine at a meeting with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk reacted to Zelenskyy's statement that Hungary would be "an important tool to make the first step towards peace" in Ukraine. Tusk wondered in whose "hands is this instrument".
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban visits Moscow to meet with Putin, but European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasizes that "appeasement will not stop Putin" and only "unity and determination will pave the way for a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine. "
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrived in Moscow on Friday to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin as part of his "peacekeeping mission," his spokesman confirmed.
Zelenskyy rejected Orban's ceasefire proposal, citing a lack of trust in Putin and Russia's history of violating agreements, and warned that Russia could use the temporary ceasefire to regroup and launch a new invasion.
Members of Marine Le Pen's pro-Russian party in the European Parliament may leave their Identity and Democracy faction and join Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's new alliance after the French elections.
For the sake of Ukraine's interests, Ukraine is open to "working with everyone and solving problems," Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said, commenting on Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's visit to Kyiv.
Zelenskyy and Orban discussed how Hungary can demonstrate leadership in preparing for the second Peace Summit, with the possibility of organizing it this year.
During Hungary's presidency of the EU Council, Prime Minister Viktor Orban promised to help Ukraine in every way possible, as he said during a joint press conference with President Zelenskyy in Kyiv.
Ukraine and Hungary discussed the opening of the first Ukrainian school in Hungary, with Hungary agreeing to finance it to meet the needs of Ukrainian children temporarily staying in the country.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to consider a ceasefire and start negotiations to speed up the peace process.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban visited Ukraine to understand how to help the country in the next six months, to discuss the prospects for peace, and the situation of the Hungarian community in Ukraine.
Hungary wants to sign a global cooperation agreement with Ukraine, similar to the agreements it has with other neighboring countries, focusing on settling previous disputes and building relations for the future.
Zelenskiy met with Hungarian Prime Minister Orban in Kyiv to discuss the approaching just and lasting peace.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak emphasized the importance of the visit of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, noting that they are expected to discuss such topics as the future of Europe, security, international law and the Formula for Peace.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban visits Kyiv and meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, confirming his visit with a photo of them shaking hands.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban arrived in Kyiv on Tuesday on his first visit to Ukraine since the start of the full-scale war to hold talks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on peace and bilateral relations.
Hungary takes over the presidency of the EU Council for 6 months amid serious disagreements with the EU leadership on issues such as the war in Ukraine and migration.
Right-wing parties in Austria, Hungary, and the Czech Republic have announced the creation of a new far-right faction, Patriots for Europe, in the European Parliament, which will fight against the Brussels establishment.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban will meet with French President Macron in Paris ahead of Hungary's EU presidency amid tensions over support for Ukraine and migration policy.
The least of all politicians trust Petro Poroshenko – 75. 3%, while only 5.3% of respondents fully trust him. Answering the question: "Does the politician's activities harm or help Ukraine in the war with the Russian Federation?"63.6% of respondents said that they consider Poroshenko's activities harmful.
Six EU leaders agreed that Ursula von der Leyen, Antonio Costa and Kaya Callas should receive leadership positions in the European Commission, the European Council and the foreign policy service, respectively.
Ukraine and Moldova will start long-awaited EU accession talks on June 25, a symbolic moment in their efforts to join the bloc amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.