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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Hungary Set to Decide on Sweden's NATO Bid

Published: 2024-02-20

Hungary is poised to vote on Sweden's NATO membership as early as Monday, marking a potential end to the diplomatic impasse that has drawn international attention.

The Fidesz party, led by Máté Kocsis, has signaled its support for Sweden's accession, a move also welcomed by Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonsson and the Tidöpartierna.

This development follows a series of assurances from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who recently emphasized efforts to rebuild trust with Sweden and expedited the ratification process.

Orbán's commitment, alongside external pressures from American politicians advocating for Sweden's membership, indicates a strong likelihood of approval.

The vote, if successful, represents a significant step for Sweden towards becoming a full-fledged NATO ally, with implications for the broader security landscape of Europe.