Following US decision to aid Ukraine, Europe feels like it's their war - former MP Hopko

She shared her opinions with Espreso TV.

"When we were visiting Rome and Paris, we joked about whether the European Union would have enough coffee to send Hungarians to drink when they try to block aid to Ukraine. However, it seems to me that many in the EU have realized that Orban's subversive actions affect Europe's strategic security. Therefore, European countries are looking for various workarounds," Hopko explained.

The former MP also believes that after the US vote to help Ukraine, Europe will also become more active in this issue.

"It seems to me that Europe, after the US decision to help Ukraine, realizes its responsibility. If we are talking about NATO's security, they should invest in new production facilities of their own military-industrial complex and help Ukraine. And if it is necessary to send a military contingent and strengthen air defense in Ukraine, then it should be done. We need to defeat Russia here. And finally, Europe has finally realized that this is their war as well," she added.

• On April 22, a bipartisan delegation of American congressmen arrived in the Ukrainian capital for a visit. President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with them.
• On April 23, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a telephone conversation with US President Joe Biden, during which the leaders discussed the first package of American aid after the adoption of the law and the delivery of ATACMS.