Hungarian PM Orbán Criticizes EU Over LGBTQ+ Rights, Gaza Offensive, Polish Election, and Defense Initiative

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has launched a sharp critique of the European Union amid ongoing tensions between Budapest and Brussels. The EU has increased pressure on Hungary over LGBTQ+ rights, contributing to strained relations. This discord is part of broader European political developments, including the Polish election and the EU's rare public criticism of Israel's Gaza offensive under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Discussions among European analysts highlight differing views on the EU's intentions toward Hungary, with some suggesting the EU aims to promote regime change, a claim denied by other experts. The situation reflects broader challenges within the EU, including debates over European defense initiatives and the balance of power between member states and EU institutions.