Macron and Orban's Meeting Aims to Resolve Ukraine-EU Deadlock

French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban for a working dinner in an attempt to resolve the deadlock ahead of the EU summit. Orban has threatened to block further support for Ukraine, including financial aid and EU membership talks. The EU wants to agree on these matters at the summit but fears Orban's opposition. Macron, one of Europe's most influential leaders, intervened to address the issue. Orban has closer ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin than any other EU leader, even after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Orban has demanded the postponement of key decisions on Ukraine, urging a "strategic discussion" on the EU's approach. Hungary's potential veto could hinder progress on Ukraine's support.