More than seven hundred delegates gathered at the Fortezza del Basso fortress in Florence for the League party’s congress, including government ministers from the party and League-affiliated regional governors. Several of Matteo Salvini’s political allies joined the event via video call—among them Hungarian PM Viktor Orban, who delivered a message to his Italian partners.
(Photo: PIERO CRUCIATTI / AFP)
Viktor Orban is proud to fight alongside Italian patriots
Prime Minister Viktor Orban addressed Matteo Salvini and Italian patriots in a video message on the occasion of the League party congress. In his remarks, he praised Mr. Salvini’s efforts and the sacrifices the Italian politician has made for his country and for the future of Europe. According to the Hungarian prime minister, the attacks against Mr. Salvini evoke the darkest tactics of communist dictatorships.
Dear Matteo, dear Italian patriots, I greet you from Budapest, the capital of sovereign Hungary,
– PM Orban began his message. As he explained, Mr. Salvini and his political community have fought major battles in recent years and have been subjected to attacks using methods reminiscent of the darkest decades of communist dictatorship—attempts to silence them. However, the Hungarian prime minister emphasized that these efforts have failed:
You have defeated the agents of the deep state, because the truth—especially the truth of patriots—cannot be silenced.
PM Orban lauded Mr. Salvini’s personal commitment and courage, underscoring that the Italian politician was even willing to risk his own freedom to defend his homeland.
In recent years, you have proven that you are prepared to make the greatest sacrifice for Italy and for Italian patriots. You risked your freedom to protect Italians — and the entire European civilization — from illegal migrants,
– Mr. Orban said. The prime minister noted that Hungary is grateful for Mr. Salvini’s bravery and proud to be standing alongside him in the fight for Europe’s future. He concluded his speech with a clear message of solidarity:
Long live Salvini, long live Italy!
Cover photo: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Matteo Salvini, leader of the League party, on October 6, 2024 (Photo: AFP)
