Prime Minister Viktor Orban has convened Hungary's Defense Council, warning of a possible attack and escalating conflict.

Viktor Orban has convened the Defense Council, stressing that Hungary must prepare for a stronger attack given the recent escalation of the conflict. The prime minister cited a widening gulf between peace and pro-war advocates, citing the rift between peace forces and the leadership in Brussels and Kiev. Orban said Hungary would remain on the side of peace, even if this could lead to tensions with the European Union, and warned of possible smear campaigns against the country.