Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, one of the lead candidates in the European elections, has issued a blistering verdict of Ursula von der Leyen's first term in office.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's unexpected visit to Moscow has ignited fury among Kiev and its Western allies. President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine publicly condemned Orban's talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the Ukraine conflict, calling for unity and firmness against Russian aggression. European leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen, emphasize that appeasement is not the answer to Putin's demands. Meanwhile, Putin's post-talks announcement adds complexity to the ongoing geopolitical tensions. Explore the fallout and reactions in this detailed update.
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