"Orbán's Party Faces Pressure to Approve Sweden's NATO Membership Amid Parliament Boycott"
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's party boycotted an emergency session of parliament, further stalling Sweden's bid to join NATO, despite pressure from allies and U.S. lawmakers. The Fidesz party, which holds an absolute majority, has delayed Sweden's bid for 18 months, alleging lies about Hungary's democracy. U.S. Ambassador David Pressman expressed disappointment, and a bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers called on Orbán to immediately ratify Sweden's bid, warning of potential sanctions. Orbán's party insists on a visit from Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson before supporting a vote, leaving uncertainty about a swift approval.
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