Magyar on meeting with Zelenskyy: Hungary ready to provide diplomatic assistance for ceasefire, lasting peace

Hungary's Prime Minister Péter Magyar met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Brussels, reaffirming Hungary's commitment to supporting a ceasefire and lasting peace in Ukraine. The Hungarian leader expressed full solidarity with Ukraine amidst the ongoing Russian aggression, which has persisted for nearly five years.

Magyar announced that Hungary is prepared to offer all possible diplomatic support to facilitate an early ceasefire and establish lasting peace, as confirmed on Facebook. Following the meeting, both nations agreed to maintain ministerial consultations, placing emphasis on the rights of national minorities.

Magyar welcomed the political accord between Hungary and Ukraine concerning the enhancement of the rights of the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia. He praised the Verkhovna Rada's passage and implementation of the law on national minority education, viewing it as a significant stride towards restoring mutual trust. Additionally, Magyar expressed gratitude to the Ukrainian parliament for their resolution in September, addressing the crimes against Hungarians in Zakarpattia during 1944-1946, particularly forced labor and mass deportations.

Both countries are keen on establishing a new foundation for their political and economic relations, according to Magyar.