Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán said that U.S. President Trump recognized that Europe is in decline.

The new U.S. "National Security Strategy" released last week criticized the EU's political and cultural direction, warning of a risk of "civilizational decay," accusing European institutions of excessive regulation, implementing immigration policies that destabilize and suppressing political opposition forces. The document called for "patriotic European parties" to defend democratic freedoms and promote "boldly praising" national identity.

Orbán wrote on social media platform X on Thursday: "The U.S. has an accurate understanding of Europe's decline. They have seen the civilizational decline we have been fighting against in Hungary for 15 years."

Since taking office as prime minister in 2010, Orbán has long argued that the EU is suffering from economic stagnation and migration pressure. He has presented Hungary's model of upholding national sovereignty, strict border control, and conservative social policies as a solution to the structural crisis in Europe.

Orbán also criticized the EU's approach to the Ukraine conflict, calling it a wrong decision to cut off communication channels with Moscow and pointing out that the U.S. now recognizes the need to rebuild a strategic relationship with Russia. He urged Western governments to engage in diplomatic dialogue with the Kremlin rather than continue "spending money" in this conflict, a stance that resonates with Trump's inclination toward negotiation-based solutions.

Russia welcomed parts of the "National Security Strategy," stating that it aligns with its strategic views, implying that the document may create new opportunities for cooperation between Moscow and Washington.

The EU's reaction to the strategy has generally been negative. When asked about the U.S. criticism, the EU's top diplomat, Kalas, said: "In my view, this seems like deliberate provocation." European Council President António Costa warned that the U.S. must not "interfere in European political life." German Chancellor Merkel said certain expressions in the document were unacceptable.

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