Orban wants to convince Trump to meet with Putin

Orban wants to convince Trump to meet with Putin during his visit to the US

Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orban during today's visit to the United States plans to convince President Donald trump to meet with Vladimir Putin, reports The Guardian.
According to sources, Orban will also try to to win exceptions to the new US sanctions against Russia, that affect Budapest's energy projects.

Orban's political interests

According to journalists, Orban wants to Trump visits Budapest before the election and is ready to discuss with him Russian gas and mutual election support.
At the same time, his position is causing concern among US allies in Europe, who believe that the Hungarian prime minister is strengthening Moscow's influence within the EU.

Pressure from Washington

As reported by Atlantic Council, The Trump administration may demand that Orban stop blocking Ukraine's accession to the EU.
Sources note that this condition could be key in the negotiations between Washington and Budapest.