Posted 10/17/2023, 8:17:00 PM
Putin and Orban Hold First Meeting Since War Crimes Charges, Vow to Maintain Ties Despite International Backlash
- Putin meets with Hungarian PM Orban in China, their first meeting since Putin was charged with war crimes.
- Orban declares intention to maintain ties with Russia despite tensions over Ukraine war.
- Putin hails the meeting as proof he still has some EU relations despite isolation.
- Orban wants to continue business dealings with Russia "as long as possible".
- U.S. criticizes the meeting, saying Hungary stands alone in supporting Putin as he strikes civilians.
