At a summit held on Thursday, European Union leaders turned their attention to the member state that has been blocking a crucial 50-billion-euro ($54 billion) war support package for Ukraine: Hungary. As the country with the closest ties to Russia within the EU, Hungary's veto has stalled the much-needed financial assistance for Ukraine, which has been engaged in a stalemate with Russia since the invasion launched by President Vladimir Putin almost two years ago.
The aid package requires unanimous support from all EU members. However, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has consistently opposed it and stood firm in his veto, even after it was initially rejected at a previous summit in December. With Ukraine on the brink of financial difficulties, EU Council President Charles Michel emphasized the importance of reaching an agreement to demonstrate the bloc's commitment to providing steadfast support to Ukraine.
