The modern bilateral relationship between Hungary and Ukraine began in the early 1990s, after the end of communism in Hungary in 1989 and Ukrainian independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. [1] As recently as 2016, relations between the two nations remained largely positive. [11]

Jul 3, 2024 · Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has made his first visit to neighboring Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion. He has told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that the war is Europe’s “most important issue,” and has recommended an immediate cease-fire.

Dec 15, 2023 · Dozens of ethnic Hungarians have been killed or injured in battle, fighting for Ukraine. Thousands more have fled, or have not returned home from their jobs in the EU since the full-scale Russian...

Jun 12, 2024 · BRUSSELS (AP) — Hungary agreed on Wednesday not to veto NATO support for Ukraine but Prime Minister Viktor Orbán insisted that his government would provide neither funds nor military personnel for any joint assistance effort.

According to an announcement by the Russian Orthodox Church on June 8, 2023, some Transcarpathian soldiers fighting for Ukraine and captured by Russia were sent to Hungary, although the Ukrainian side claimed that they were not informed about this.

3 days ago · BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union agreed a 6-month extension Monday for a raft of sanctions aimed at depriving Russia of funds to finance its war against Ukraine after Hungary lifted its objections to the move. The sanctions target trade, finance, energy, technology, industry, transport and luxury goods.

Feb 1, 2024 · Hungary was the single country blocking Ukraine aid in the 27-member European Union. Today, the country dropped its objection and the EU finally approved a $54 billion aid package.

Dec 15, 2023 · Hungary has blocked €50bn ($55bn; £43bn) in EU aid for Ukraine - just hours after an agreement was reached on starting membership talks. "Summary of the nightshift: veto for the extra money to...

Jul 2, 2024 · President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's security service said it foiled a coup in Ukraine as Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of Hungary visited the country.

6 days ago · BUDAPEST, Hungary -- Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán on Friday said he wants the European Union to intervene in a gas dispute his country has with Ukraine, a potential sign of friction in ...