Not only Orbán and Szijjártó, but also Hungarians support Kremlin's narratives - diplomat Ohryzko

He expressed his opinion on Espreso TV. 

"Recently, when my colleagues and I talk about Hungary, we often ask whether Hungarians themselves want to change the government. In fact, the problem is that all the statements and actions of Orbán and Szijjártó are not only their own. It is also the position of the Hungarians who support them. Apparently, Hungarians are presented with such odious, pro-Russian and anti-European politicians," explained Ohryzko.

The diplomat emphasized that Hungarians may change their position on Orbán if the economic situation worsens.

"However, there is still a chance to change the Hungarian position. So far, the balance is 50-50 with some superiority of the current government. In my opinion, if the socio-economic situation in Hungary deteriorates, Hungarians will make the right choice in favor of adequate politicians," he added.

• On June 26, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said that Ukraine does not meet the conditions for EU membership because of alleged violations of the rights of national minorities in Transcarpathia.

• On June 30, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said that Russia has not suffered any significant setbacks, but rather that the fight against it has yielded negative results.