Orbán’s Moscow Dining Choice Sparks Cultural Diplomacy Debate
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán dined at Moscow’s Dr. Zhivago café after meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin. The choice of venue highlighted a deliberate connection to Russian news and culture, though Orbán had never visited the restaurant before.
Orbán selected Dr. Zhivago for its location near the Kremlin and its traditional Russian and Soviet menu. No additional security measures were put in place during his visit, which lasted around an hour and a half.
The visit concluded without incident, reinforcing Orbán’s engagement with Russian traditions. His meal at Dr. Zhivago, featuring both well-known and regional choice hotels, underscored the cultural emphasis of the trip. The choice of venue and menu items provided a distinct backdrop to his diplomatic discussions in Moscow.
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