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WATCH LIVE: Trump meets with Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán

WATCH LIVE: Trump meets with Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán

Summary

President Donald Trump is set to meet with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán at the White House. A key topic of discussion will be Hungary's purchase of Russian oil, which has drawn criticism amid ongoing pressure from both the U.S. and the European Union to reduce reliance on Russian energy. Orbán argues that Hungary lacks alternatives to Russian oil, although this claim is disputed by some experts.

Key Facts

  • President Trump will meet Viktor Orbán at the White House.
  • Hungary buys a significant amount of oil from Russia, which is controversial.
  • Russia's war against Ukraine has led to pressure on countries to stop buying Russian oil.
  • The Trump administration has placed sanctions on Russian energy companies.
  • Orbán says Hungary cannot easily switch from Russian oil without economic problems.
  • Critics argue Hungary has other options for oil, including a pipeline from Croatia.
  • Hungary's use of Russian oil has increased since the war with Ukraine began.
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