Hungary’s outgoing foreign minister Peter
Szijjarto said he “never served Russian interests” and said he is offended
by allegations that he is a traitor, in an April 22 interview
with local outlet Telex.
Asked whether his actions have given some Hungarians the impression that the country is drifting away from Europe and toward Vladimir Putin’s Russia, Szijjarto said he is hurt that many call him a traitor. He said his aim has been to build good relations with many countries, including Russia, not to betray Hungary.
Szijjarto also said he is offended that Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government is labeled pro
On March 21, The Washington Post, citing unnamed
sources, reported that Szijjarto regularly informed Moscow about the course of
European Union meetings.