After failing to reach an agreement on migration policy and the rule of law, tensions between Budapest and Brussels are quickly escalating. The Hungarian government, led by Prime Minister Viktor Orban, has been a vocal critic of the European Union’s approach to handling the migrant crisis and has repeatedly clashed with EU officials over this issue.
The latest dispute between the two sides centers on a new law passed by Hungary that criminalizes assisting asylum seekers and imposes harsh penalties on individuals and organizations that support migrants. The law, which has been widely condemned by human rights groups and EU officials, has only served to further strain the already tense relationship between Budapest and Brussels.
In response to Hungary’s new law, the European Commission has launched legal action against the country, claiming that it violates EU rules. The Commission has also requested that the European Court of Justice take action against Hungary for its alleged violations of EU law.
Hungary, on the other hand, has remained defiant, with Prime Minister Orban refusing to back down in the face of pressure from Brussels. Orban has accused the EU of trying to strip Hungary of its sovereignty and has vowed to continue taking a tough stance on migration.
As the showdown between Budapest and Brussels continues to escalate, it remains to be seen how the situation will ultimately be resolved. Both sides appear unwilling to compromise, making it likely that the dispute will drag on for some time. With tensions running high and both parties digging in their heels, the future of Hungary’s relationship with the EU hangs in the balance.
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