Estonia Warns: Russia-US Summit in Budapest Could Escalate Ukraine Conflict

Estonia fears the summit could fuel the Ukraine conflict. Meanwhile, Orbán's re-election bid adds political intrigue to the visit.

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2025 October 19 . 12:04 AM

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Estonia Warns: Russia-US Summit in Budapest Could Escalate Ukraine Conflict

The upcoming summit between Russia and the USA has sparked concern, with Estonia's Marko Mihkelson suggesting it could be used to exacerbate the conflict in Ukraine and divide NATO. Mihkelson believes Russian President Putin's visit to Budapest, hosted by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, signals a perceived weakness in the EU.

Mihkelson, head of Estonia's Foreign Affairs Committee, expressed his country's opposition to holding the summit in Budapest. He suspects the purpose is to continue the conflict in Ukraine and disrupt NATO unity. The Baltic states, including Estonia, are keen on a peaceful resolution in the Ukraine war.

Mihkelson further suggests that Orbán, who is up for re-election, may be using Putin's visit to gain political points. However, no specific information was found about a Hungarian presidential candidate against whom Orbán might be aiming to gain these points.

The summit in Budapest raises concerns about potential geopolitical implications, with Estonia voicing its opposition. While the Baltic states seek a peaceful settlement in the Ukraine war, the summit's purpose and potential political gains remain a topic of debate.