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TexasTowelie

(116,875 posts)
Mon Aug 5, 2024, 12:56 AM Aug 2024

Hungary's Visa Relief for Russians and Belarusians Spark EU Anger - The Gaze



Hungary has introduced simplified visa rules allowing citizens from eight countries, including Russia and Belarus, to enter without security checks, raising concerns within the EU. Critics argue that this move could invite Russian spies, with potential restrictions on Hungary's participation in the Schengen zone being discussed. The decision follows Prime Minister Viktor Orban's visit to Moscow and has drawn sharp criticism from EU leaders, who are calling for countermeasures at the upcoming summit.
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Hungary's Visa Relief for Russians and Belarusians Spark EU Anger - The Gaze (Original Post) TexasTowelie Aug 2024 OP
I thought they might limp along until a resolution OnDoutside Aug 2024 #1
Just Remember That Belarus Has Nuke-Tipped Missiles MrWowWow Aug 2024 #2

OnDoutside

(20,658 posts)
1. I thought they might limp along until a resolution
Mon Aug 5, 2024, 01:00 AM
Aug 2024

of the Ukraine war but the EU should really sort this gobshite out now. He's just playing the EU like a fiddle.

MrWowWow

(421 posts)
2. Just Remember That Belarus Has Nuke-Tipped Missiles
Mon Aug 5, 2024, 01:41 AM
Aug 2024

As to their targeting, that's a mystery until it isn't...

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