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Reports have emerged indicating that senior EU officials are contemplating how to address Hungary's continued resistance to EU-listed security initiatives, even chatting about the possibility of finding a way to expel Hungary from the EU—a concept previously thought impossible due to the lack of legal mechanisms for expulsion.
The Uncertain Path Ahead
Nonetheless, the situation remains dynamic. Hungary's economy faces dire challenges at present, which might sway Orbán's stance if it leads to the release of withheld EU funds. Additionally, with Orbán facing opposition in the polls, the EU may opt to adopt a wait-and-see approach until the next election, betting on a possible new, more amenable government.