Hungary’s closeness to Russia and China poses a security Threat to Europe, says European Commission Chairperson

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday that Hungary’s closeness to Russia and China is posing security threat to Europe.

Von der Leyen made the statement speaking at a debate with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, on Wednesday. She criticized Hungary on its reluctance to join European nations to help Ukraine against Russia in the ongoing war, and its choice to strengthen its ties with Russia and China.