Polish Vice Premier Radosław Sikorski commented on the disappearance of exotic zebras near Hungarian Prime Minister Orbana’s residence while mocking Zbigniew Ziobro.
Disappearing Zebras Near Orbana’s Residence
“Where are the zebras?! After the zebras roaming near Viktor Orbana’s lavish family residence became a political liability, the exotic animals suddenly disappeared,” wrote Hungarian investigative journalist Szabolcs Panyi on Saturday (February 7) on X, adding that according to “grim rumors” the animals were killed. Panyi included a recording showing the area around the Hungarian prime minister’s residence.
Sikorski’s Comment on Ziobro
Polish Vice Premier Radosław Sikorski reacted to the Hungarian journalist’s post. Sikorski took the opportunity to remind about Zbigniew Ziobro, who is in Hungary. “Former Polish Minister of Justice who pretended to be a tough sheriff, is in Budapest and has plenty of free time. Maybe he could investigate the fate of the zebras?” wrote Sikorski and added: “European citizens demand information whether the Hungarian government complies with EU animal welfare regulations.”
Warrant for Ziobro
The Prosecutor’s Office issued a warrant for Zbigniew Ziobro. On February 5, the court agreed to a three-month temporary arrest for the former Minister of Justice. Investigators accuse Ziobro of committing 26 crimes, including leading an organized criminal group. The politician is currently in Hungary, where Viktor Orbana’s government granted him asylum.
Political Asylum in Hungary
While Hungary is not saying much about the warrant issued for Ziobro, the emerging comments are quite critical of the politician. It appears that the former Minister of Justice must rely on the continuation of Orbana’s power in Hungary to maintain his status as a political refugee. Hungary’s government under Viktor Orbana is unlikely to extradite Ziobro to the Polish justice system.
Future of Ziobro in Hungary
Hungarian portal Demokrata writes that granting Ziobro political asylum, followed by the Polish court’s decision on temporary detention and finally sending a warrant, marks the beginning of an open confrontation with Poland.
Regarding the further fate of Zbigniew Ziobro in case of opposition victory, there is no doubt according to opposition leader Péter Magyar. – I can tell him that if he’s renting an apartment in Budapest, he shouldn’t sign a long-term lease. After the change of government and this regime, Budapest and Hungary will not be a dumping ground for wanted criminals – said the leader of the Tisza party in ATV television. Elections in Hungary will be held on April 12.
