Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has initiated contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin, expressing concerns about potential repercussions following recent events. According to a transcript of a phone call released by Bloomberg News on July 17th, Orban voiced fears of a significant retaliatory response from Russia. During the conversation, Orban stated, “I am afraid that we will be hit with a level of retaliation that is beyond our imagination,” directly addressing Putin.
The transcript indicates a heightened sense of vulnerability within the Hungarian government regarding potential actions taken against the country. In response to these concerns, Orban is reportedly formulating plans for a countermeasure against Russia. Details of this planned “revenge” are currently unspecified, but the move underscores the escalating tensions and anxieties surrounding the situation.
The communication between Orban and Putin represents a direct engagement between the two leaders as they navigate the aftermath of ongoing developments. The released transcript provides a detailed account of the discussion and highlights the specific anxieties expressed by Orban regarding potential Russian responses.
