Orbán Slams EU Sanctions: 'Simply Does Not Work'

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán recently delivered a speech criticizing the European Union's sanctions against Russia. He stated, "The sanction policy of the European Union, in our understanding, simply does not work." Orbán's comments highlight the divisions within the EU regarding its response to the conflict in Ukraine. His emphasis on Hungary's national interests underscores the challenges faced by the bloc in maintaining a united front. While some EU members support the sanctions as a crucial tool to pressure Russia, others, like Hungary, raise concerns about their economic impact. The effectiveness of the sanctions remains a subject of ongoing debate among policymakers and experts.