Reflecting on yesterday’s meeting between President Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Prime Minister Orbán described the situation as "a bad development," suggesting that Zelenskyy is resistant to peace while Trump remains committed to achieving it. He noted that the global balance is shifting as the United States now joins Hungary and the Vatican in advocating for peace.
"The world was surprised by Trump," the prime minister said. "He made a promise to restore peace, and now he is following through on that commitment. Zelenskyy, however, does not want peace."
PM Orbán warned that continued escalation poses significant risks, including financial and security consequences for Europe. "We have already lost €20 billion because of this war," he stated, stressing that Ukraine is being kept afloat only through external support.
The prime minister also outlined the government's economic vision, linking peace with prosperity. "For us, peace is not only a Christian-humanitarian necessity but also an economic imperative," he said, arguing that stability is essential for Hungary to become a tax haven.
As part of a 21-point economic program, the government will double tax benefits for families. "This is something the world has never seen before," PM Orbán declared. Under the plan, two-child families will receive 80,000 forints in monthly tax deductions, while three-child families will receive around 200,000 forints. Additionally, mothers with three children will be exempt from personal income tax for life, and from 2026, younger mothers with at least two children will also benefit from this exemption.
"The goal is clear: within four years, mothers with two or more children will not pay personal income tax in Hungary. This is a global first," he said.
PM Orbán also announced a "hunt" against drug dealers, vowing to intensify crackdowns on drug-related crimes. He stated that the problem is worsening, particularly in rural areas, where drugs are sometimes cheaper than alcohol.
"We cannot accept the Western madness that treats drugs as a normal part of life," he said, warning that synthetic drugs are particularly dangerous. "They are cheap, and they destroy lives."
The prime minister emphasized that Hungary will neither legalize drugs nor tolerate their spread. "Drug dealers profit by turning our children into addicts. That is why we will hunt them down and eliminate their operations."
On the broader economic and geopolitical front, Prime Minister Orbán reassured the public that Hungary is in a position of strength. "The war has receded to the point that Hungary is not in danger," he said, expressing confidence that economic recovery will proceed regardless of whether peace is achieved.
"Our focus now is to ensure that Hungarian families benefit from the coming growth," the prime minister concluded.