Did PM Viktor Orbán turn against Putin?

It has been nearly a week since the Russian invasion broke out in Ukraine. The events shocked the world and had numerous effects on all aspects of life. The current happenings could have a major impact on the future of many countries. Besides, public opinion will change forever about Vladimir Putin and Russia.

The impact of war on the world

The economic effects of war are spreading around the globe due to globalisation. The measures and austerity tightening affecting Russia and Belarus by the European Union and the United States pose serious concerns for the countries’ population.

The West promises Ukraine arms, ammunition and assistance.

However, Ukraine is not a member of NATO and cannot benefit from the associated mutual defence agreement. The U.S., countries of the European Union and many other nations appear to be openly turning against Russia. Ukrainian President Vlodymyr Zelensky requested that Ukraine be admitted to the European Union under an accelerated procedure.

In the case of Ukraine, there has been such an intense open confrontation against Russia that we have not seen since the Cold War.

The clear resolution of NATO and the European Union may have surprised Russian PM Vladimir Putin, writes CNN. Even former Russian-friendly leaders, such as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, have taken a stand against Russia. In addition to Orbán, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan also turned against Putin because of the Ukrainian attack.

Zelensky, the hero.

Not only the war but also the Ukrainian President Vlodymyr Zelensky has a big role to play in turning nations against the Russians. As a desperate act, Zelensky repeatedly asked the public for help writes blikk.hu. The most shocking moment was when he said

he does not know how long he and his country could last.

For many, Zelensky remained a former actor and comedian. However, the Ukrainian President’s sincerity and declaration of defence are in line with the values of the European Union and NATO.

“They are one of us and we want them in,”

said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Zelensky also generates a story around himself that he opposes oppressive tyrant power. In this respect, he comes across as similar to the Polish Lech Walesa or the Hungarian Imre Nagy.

Imre Nagy served as the President of the Council of Ministers during the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. He was sentenced to death and executed in a fake trial for his role in the revolution.

Source: CNN, blikk.hu