PM Orban May Play Leading Role in Trump’s European Peace Strategy, Says Western Media

In a special edition of Reuters World News, analysts examined newly elected U.S. President Donald Trump's possible approach to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, the long-term impact this could have on U.S.-Europe relations, and its implications for preventing future conflicts.

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban (Photo: AFP)

The role of Hungary's prime minister

Tara Oakes posed the question of whether Mr. Orban could be seen as “Trump’s advisor” in Europe and asked how desirable Trump is from a European perspective. Rachel Armstrong acknowledged that Europe needs someone whom Mr. Trump respects and maintains a good relationship with to facilitate necessary communications.

 The Hungarian Prime Minister has become a significant figure in the right-wing MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement, with values that align closely with those of the American right, the analysts stated. 

Cover photo: U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban (Photo: AFP)