Hungarian FM Criticizes Macron’s Ukraine Summit as Gathering of ‘Warmongers’

Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjártó has sharply criticized the emergency summit called by French President Emmanuel Macron, labeling it a gathering of “warmongers.” The summit, which brought together European leaders in Paris to discuss the ongoing Ukraine conflict, comes amid growing tensions between the European Union and the United States over the future of peace talks with Russia.

Szijjártó, who has long been a vocal critic of EU policies on Ukraine, voiced his strong disapproval of the summit, stating that those who have “constantly added fuel to the fire” over the past three years were now coming together to escalate the conflict further. He referred to the participating European leaders as “aggressors” who have fueled the war instead of seeking a resolution.

Macron’s Call for EU Leadership

Macron’s emergency summit was convened after the U.S. made it clear that European leaders would not have a seat at the table during upcoming peace talks with Russia. The United States, under President Donald Trump, has pursued a separate track for peace discussions, with U.S. and Russian diplomats set to meet in Saudi Arabia ahead of a potential summit between Presidents Trump and Vladimir Putin in Riyadh.

The French president, who has positioned himself as a key player in European foreign policy, called the summit to ensure that EU countries remain active in discussions regarding the conflict in Ukraine. However, the exclusion of the EU from the U.S.-Russia peace talks has caused frustration among European leaders, leading to Macron’s call for a united European response.

Szijjártó’s Warning on European Role in Peace Talks

Szijjártó’s criticism reflects Hungary’s ongoing concern with the EU’s approach to the war in Ukraine. Budapest has consistently called for a more balanced and diplomatic approach to the conflict, and Szijjártó warned that Macron’s summit would only deepen the division between Europe and the U.S.

“We see the same leaders who have been adding fuel to this war for the last three years gathering in Paris to discuss how they can further escalate the conflict,” Szijjártó remarked. “This is not a summit for peace, but one for aggression.”

Hungary has expressed its opposition to sanctions on Russia and has called for a ceasefire and a negotiated settlement, urging the EU to take a more neutral stance in the ongoing war. The country has also voiced concerns about the economic impact of the conflict on Europe and has advocated for increased diplomatic efforts to bring all parties to the table.

A Divided Diplomatic Landscape

The growing rift between the EU and the U.S. on how to approach the war in Ukraine has become one of the defining issues of European foreign policy. While European leaders like Macron are pushing for a more active role in peace negotiations, the U.S. is moving ahead with its own track, sidelining the EU in the process.

With the U.S. and Russia set to begin talks in Saudi Arabia today, the diplomatic landscape remains divided, and the chances of a coordinated peace effort involving all major powers seem increasingly unlikely. As the conflict drags on, the calls for a broader, more inclusive peace process are likely to intensify.

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