An expert suggests that there are indications that Russian President Putin may have promised Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán a portion of Ukraine amid Hungary’s military movements near the border.
In a discussion about Hungary's military positioning, expert J. Dykijus raised concerns regarding potential armed provocations along the border with Ukraine. He noted that Prime Minister Orban's recent troop deployments near Hungary's energy infrastructure could signify territorial ambitions in Ukraine's Transcarpathian region. Dykijus recalled a previous troop mobilization on February 24, 2022, just before the Russian invasion of Ukraine, indicating that Hungary was prepared for armed action at the time.
Dykijus criticized Orban's narrative regarding the military's preparedness for receiving refugees, suggesting that it was a cover for aggressive intentions toward Ukraine. He insinuated that the Hungarian military's readiness to cross the Tisza River was indicative of plans to occupy Transcarpathia, an area with historical claims and a significant Hungarian minority. He posited that the failure of the Kyiv government might serve as a signal for such intentions, reflecting broader geopolitical tensions in the region.
This situation raises alarms regarding Hungary's military posture and the potential for a renewed conflict in Transcarpathia, especially in light of ongoing hostilities in Ukraine. The implications of a Hungarian intervention could further destabilize the region and complicate relations among Hungary, Ukraine, and their respective allies as geopolitical dynamics continue to evolve amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine.
