Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán held a press conference following his first European Union summit. Discussions centered on the upcoming seven-year EU budget, with Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East also featuring prominently on the agenda. Leaders also addressed issues related to enhancing European competitiveness. The summit marked Orbán’s return to key EU negotiations after a period of strained relations with the bloc. Details regarding specific agreements on the budget were not immediately disclosed, but the meeting signals a renewed engagement from Hungary. Further discussions and a final resolution on the seven-year budget are expected to be initiated next week. The Prime Minister indicated a willingness to participate constructively in these upcoming talks.