"Macron Hosts Orbán in Search of Compromise for Ukraine's EU Membership"

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French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for dinner in an attempt to find a compromise ahead of a key EU summit where leaders will discuss Ukraine's future and a budget deal. Orbán opposes accession negotiations with Ukraine and wants a strategic debate on the EU's support for the country. The outcome of the summit is uncertain, with some diplomats optimistic about a compromise and others considering alternative plans to bypass Hungary's veto. The EU is under pressure to make decisions to protect European security and support Ukraine's struggling economy.
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- Hungary ruling party moves to oppose Ukraine’s entry into EU Al Jazeera English
- Kyiv official wants Hungarian, Ukrainian leaders to meet over EU membership bid Reuters
- Macron to host Orbán to find compromise on new Ukraine aid EURACTIV
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