EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says leaders must show “political courage” to overcome Hungary’s block.
The European Union has alternatives to bypass Hungary’s veto on a €90 billion ($103 billion) loan for Ukraine, but doing so will require political courage from member states, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Thursday.
Speaking ahead of a European Council summit in Brussels, Kallas noted that while options exist, their success depends on the willingness of leaders to act decisively. “There are alternatives, but let’s see how this goes. It will also need some political character from all of us,” she told reporters.
Hungary has come under mounting pressure from other EU countries to lift its veto. Prime Minister Viktor Orban has defended the move, citing an ongoing dispute with Kyiv over a war damaged oil pipeline.
Kallas suggested that securing oil supplies from Croatia could help address Hungary’s concerns. However, she also criticised Budapest’s stance, saying it was not acting “in good faith” regarding the already agreed loan package.
Discussions are expected to continue as EU leaders seek a resolution to unlock critical financial support for Ukraine.
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