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Balázs Orbán: JD Vance is right about Europe

Feb 21, 2025
Balázs Orbán, the political director to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, shares insights on the fragile geopolitical climate amid Donald Trump’s remarks on Ukraine. He discusses JD Vance's notable address in Munich, calling for a revival of traditional governance values and criticizing Europe’s waning unity. Orbán delves into the complexities of the Ukraine conflict and NATO's role, emphasizing the dire need for diplomatic solutions. He also reflects on the historical lessons of appeasing Russia and the challenges faced by small nations in a world dominated by superpowers.
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