Briefing: As veto drags on, Brussels wonders: Will Orbán relent before the elections?

Viktor Orbán's veto on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine raises significant concerns regarding the continuity of financial support for critical infrastructure projects.

With Hungarian elections scheduled for 12 April 2026, the timeline for resolving this veto remains uncertain, potentially delaying necessary funding.

Brussels officials are closely monitoring the situation, as prolonged uncertainty could disrupt planned initiatives and affect overall capacity for infrastructure development in Ukraine.