Bratislava – Slovakia and Hungary have reached a consensus regarding the war in Ukraine, asserting their commitment to peace and their endorsement of the actions being taken by the new U.S. administration under President Donald Trump. This statement was made by Slovak Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Juraj Blanár during a joint press conference with Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó, as reported by TASR.
“At last, we see potential for a diplomatic resolution to this conflict,” said Blanár, emphasizing that after three years, it has become evident that military solutions will not prevail.
He pointed out that the European Union still seems intent on promoting the belief that the war in Ukraine could be won militarily.
“We disagree with this notion. We have aligned in our perspective and will fully support each other in related efforts,” he stated, highlighting the significant implications for EU relations and the economy. He also noted that achieving peace is paramount, as it would save lives on both the Ukrainian and Russian sides.
Szijjártó remarked that European policies over the past three years have aggravated the conflict and jeopardized both security and the economy within the EU.
“Brussels has chosen to perpetuate this war, which we find deeply troubling and dangerous. We wholeheartedly support Donald Trump’s peace initiatives and advocate for negotiations between Russia and the United States, viewing them as the only feasible path forward,” he asserted.
The Hungarian foreign minister criticized the closure of existing transit pipelines and attacks on energy transport routes as unacceptable. He decried the European Commission for prioritizing Ukraine’s interests over those of its member states. “Brussels’ four-point guarantees for Hungary have already faltered on two counts. Our only recourse is self-defense. Thus, fostering close cooperation between Slovakia and Hungary is essential,” Szijjártó stressed, underlining that both governments share a patriotic interest in ensuring peace in their region and safeguarding their sovereignty. (March 6)
“At last, we see potential for a diplomatic resolution to this conflict. After three years, it has become evident that military solutions will not prevail.” Juraj Blanár
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