Hungarian PM Orban meets Trump, Musk to discuss Ukraine conflict

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk at Mar-a-Lago highlighted his ongoing support for Trump and his efforts to shape Europe’s stance on the Ukraine conflict.

Details of Orban, Trump meeting

• Meeting at Mar-a-Lago: Orban met with Trump and Musk on Monday, sharing the event on social media but offering few details.
• Previous engagement: The two leaders also met in July to discuss the possibility of a cease-fire in Ukraine, with Orban advocating for peace.
• Orban’s position: Orban, a staunch Trump supporter, has become increasingly isolated within the European Union because of his ties to Russia and his opposition to military aid for Ukraine.
• Strategic alliances: Orban views Trump as a “man of peace” capable of ending the Ukraine war quickly and believes his relationship with the president-elect will strengthen his position in Europe and help his far-right allies.

What’s next

• Political ramifications: Orban’s close ties to Trump and Musk could enhance his far-right alliances but may also lead to further alienation from EU partners.
• No response from Trump’s team: The Trump transition team has yet to comment on the meeting.