In a bold statement, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has condemned EU top diplomat Josep Borrell’s reported attempt to undermine Hungary by scheduling a rival foreign policy meeting.
Szijjarto labeled the maneuver as 'regrettable' and 'childish,' accusing Borrell of trying to derail an important policy summit in Budapest.
This clash highlights the growing tensions within the EU, especially in light of Hungary's independent diplomatic actions.
Watch the full video to understand the implications and reactions from both sides.
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The European Commission declared Romania ready to join the Schengen area in 2011, but faced opposition from several countries. Austria, the last holdout, lifted its veto during a meeting in Budapest last month.
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Thousands of people in the Budapest received free hot meals on Thursday during an annual event hosted by Hare Krishna devotees to help those in need over the holiday period.
The Food for Life Mission has been organising the Christmas Love Feast food distributions for people in need for 35 years.
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The Hungarian Krishna community delivered 2,500 hot meals and gift packages, offering warmth and hope to thousands, from the homeless to struggling families.
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Wearing nothing more than bathing suits and Santa hats, around a hundred people ran, danced, and sang their way through the streets of Budapest, cheered on by onlookers.
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Santa dives with sharks and other tropical fish at the Tropicarium aquarium in Budapest, Hungary. At the aquarium's annual decoration event, Santa planted a Christmas tree and then gave his deep-sea friends a hug.
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