Tusk Seizes Moment, Grabs Orban’s Hand After Hungary Denounces Russia

During a press briefing at the European Political Community summit in Copenhagen, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk interrupted Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, hand‑hugging him after Orban criticized Russia’s role in European defence.

Press Briefing at the European Political Community Summit

Prime Ministers Donald Tusk and Viktor Orban met in Copenhagen for a joint press event. The two leaders posed for a photo before speaking to reporters about their agenda for European cooperation.

The main topics discussed were strengthening European defence, especially against potential Russian aggression, and continued support for Ukraine.

Orban Criticises Russia and Highlights EU Defence Spending

During the briefing, Orban told journalists that the European Union spends more on defence than Russia, asserting that the real threat lies in economic stagnation and loss of competitiveness.

He emphasized that the EU, with over 400 million citizens, outspends Moscow, quoting the total GDP of the 27 member states as higher than Russia’s defence budget.

When pressed about what poses the greatest danger, Orban declared that Russia is not the biggest threat, expressing confidence that Europe is stronger.

Tusk Intervenes, Hand‑Grab Signalizes Agreement

As Orban spoke, Tusk abruptly reached for his hand, interrupting the Hungarian prime minister’s remarks.

“I really like it when you use my arguments,” Tusk smiled to journalists, stressing that the discussion was about unity and joint defence of shared interests.

Orban, relieved, nodded before moving on to the press.

Orban’s Earlier Social Media Attack on Tusk

A few days earlier, Orban posted a critique of Tusk on X, accusing the Polish leader of pretending to wage war against Russia while Hungary and the EU were not engaged in conflict.

Orban warned that such rhetoric endangers the lives and security of millions of Europeans, calling the stance “very bad.”

The message referenced Tusk’s earlier statement at the Warsaw Security Forum that the war in Ukraine is “our war, whether people like it or not.”

October 2 Reiteration of Hungary’s Neutrality

On October 2, Orban reiterated that Russia and Ukraine are at war, but Hungary remains neutral, framing this as part of his broader geopolitical stance.

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