Diplomatic rift erupts between Poland and Hungary over Orbán’s controversial speech
A diplomatic row has flared up between Poland and Hungary following a speech by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán at the Tusványos Summer University event in Baile Tusnad, Romania.
In his address, Orbán criticized Poland’s geopolitical ambitions, their relationship with the United States, and their efforts to weaken Russia and outpace Germany economically. He labelled Polish policies as “hypocritical,” accusing Poland of conducting business with Russia while morally lecturing others.
Sharp Polish reaction to Orbán’s claims
Polish Deputy Foreign Minister Wladyslaw Teofil Bartoszewski responded sharply, stating to Polish Business Insider that Orbán’s comments were an attack not only on Poland but also on the U.S., the European Union, and NATO. He denied any Polish dealings with Russia and criticised Orbán for positioning himself on the fringe of international society, both within the EU and NATO. Bartoszewski questioned Hungary’s continued membership in NATO, suggesting that Orbán should consider forming a new alliance with Putin and like-minded nations.
In response, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó defended Orbán, asserting that Poland was hurt by the truth. Szijjártó claimed that Hungary had long tolerated provocations and hypocrisy from the current Polish government in the interest of preserving the Hungarian-Polish brotherhood, but that patience had run out. He pointed out that Poland was also listed among the customers of a major Russian oil company, suggesting that Poland should not be hypocritical or accuse others while engaging in similar practices themselves.
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