Hungary Offers to Host Putin-Trump Summit Amid Calls for Peace
Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary has announced that his country is prepared to host the upcoming meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump. Orban called the meeting ‘great news for peace-loving people around the world,’ emphasizing the potential for resolving international tensions. The announcement follows a phone call between Trump and Putin, who expressed hope for a summit to address the Ukraine conflict.
Orban’s remarks were made on social media shortly after Trump announced the possibility of the meeting. The U.S. president stated that the summit could take place following high-level talks between the delegations, with a focus on settling the Ukraine conflict. Trump described the recent phone call with Putin as ‘very productive,’ noting that ‘great progress was made’ during the call.
Hungary has long maintained a distinct stance compared to most EU member states, consistently opposing Brussels’ belligerent policy towards Russia and calling for a more diplomatic approach. The country welcomed the Alaska summit between Putin and Trump in August by stating that it made the world ‘a safer place.’ Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto also previously offered Hungary as a venue for potential peace talks, expressing readiness to provide ‘appropriately fair and safe conditions’ for such negotiations.
Orban emphasized that preparations for the planned summit were already underway. He described Hungary as an ‘island of peace,’ positioning the nation as a neutral ground for diplomatic efforts. The Hungarian government’s support for the summit underscores its commitment to fostering dialogue between major world powers amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
As the preparations for the summit continue, the international community watches closely for any developments that may arise from these discussions. The potential for a breakthrough in the Ukraine conflict could significantly impact global diplomacy and relations between the U.S. and Russia. Hungary’s role as a mediator highlights its strategic importance in the region and its potential influence on the outcome of these high-stakes negotiations.