Hungary’s Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto urged the European Union to halt financial support to Ukraine following new corruption revelations that have shaken Kyiv’s leadership. He criticised EU plans to approve another major funding package, calling the move unreasonable and harmful given the scale of alleged graft.
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Two Ukrainian ministers were dismissed by parliament after being linked to a major corruption investigation involving a $100 million scheme at the state nuclear agency. The scandal has intensified public anger and raised questions about integrity within President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s inner circle, prompting demands for broader reforms.
Szijjarto said the reports expose a “war mafia” operating inside Ukraine’s system and argued that the EU should first seek full financial transparency before releasing additional funds. He warned that sending more money without strict checks would only deepen concerns about misuse during an already fragile moment.
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Speaking in Brussels, Szijjarto added that the overall situation remains unfavourable for Ukraine, stressing that claims of time working in Kyiv’s favour are unrealistic. He expressed doubt about Ukraine’s ability to stabilise while corruption investigations continue to disrupt the government’s credibility.
Furthermore, he noted that Hungary would back peace initiatives proposed by US President Donald Trump, signalling Budapest’s interest in pursuing diplomatic solutions. The remarks highlight ongoing divisions within the EU over how to support Ukraine while ensuring accountability and responsible use of international aid.