European Council 'should consider meeting without Hungary on sensitive matters,' Barroso says

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EU leaders condemn Orbán's "unacceptable" blocking of €90bn for Ukraine – European Council president

During the European Council meeting in Brussels on 19 March, EU leaders condemned Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for blocking the provision of a €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine for 2026-2027.
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Hungarian foreign minister admits talking to Russia during EU meetings

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EU calls on Hungary to clarify 'concerning' reports of Russia leaks

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Video. EU Council 'should consider meeting without Hungary,' Barroso says

Video. Former Commission President says "nothing prevents" EU member states from meeting without Hungary to discuss sensitive ...