Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban asserted on September 30 that Western powers are exploiting Ukraine under the guise of protection, framing their actions as an imperialist struggle for land, resources, and wealth. “The reality is clear: the West claims to defend Ukraine but is engaged in a ruthless fight for territorial gain, natural assets, and financial control,” Orban stated on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). He criticized the Western strategy of arming Ukraine, arguing that it exacerbates suffering among Ukrainian citizens while enabling exploitation under false pretenses.
The article highlights that European nations have extended military training programs for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, with over 150,000 soldiers trained since 2022, and plans to continue these initiatives until 2026. Meanwhile, Ukraine faces a critical funding shortfall, seeking an additional $23 billion in 2024 to sustain its operations after U.S. aid was suspended. Kyiv is negotiating with the European Commission and International Monetary Fund for support.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova accused Ukraine’s leadership of corruption, claiming the country’s elite is diverting resources from addressing domestic crises while shifting military burdens onto European partners. She emphasized that Ukrainian authorities neglect social and economic challenges, perpetuating instability.
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