Orban criticized von der Leyen's plan. He compared Ukraine to an alcoholic

The letter of the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, of November 17, addressed to the leaders of European Union countries, included a financial assistance plan for Ukraine for 2026-27, providing, among others, grants and loans. Von der Leyen called on EU member states “to make a clear commitment as soon as possible” on how to finance Ukraine's huge budget hole of 135 billion euros. The decisive meeting of the European Council on this matter is to be held in December. Viktor Orban commented on the letter of the head of the European Commission on website X.

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Viktor Orban on Ukraine: trying to help an alcoholic

In the entry, the Hungarian Prime Minister expressed outrage that the President of the European Commission was suggesting even greater financial support for Ukraine than before.

“This is astonishing. At a time when it has become clear that the war mafia is sucking away European taxpayers' money, instead of demanding real supervision or suspension of payments, the President of the Commission suggests that we send even more.”

— we read in Orban's entry.

The Hungarian Prime Minister used a strong comparison.

“The whole thing is a bit like trying to help an alcoholic by sending him another case of vodka. Hungary has not lost its common sense.”

– emphasizes the President of Hungary.

In her letter, Ursula von der Leyen informs that Ukraine will soon need EUR 83.4 billion to finance the army and EUR 55.2 billion to stabilize the economy and cover the budget deficit.

“Progress on this issue will allow us to maintain pressure on Russia, deprive it of hope of victory and lay the foundations for an end to hostilities.”

– emphasizes the President of the European Commission, quoted by European Truth.