Orbán withdraws from ALL EU treaties – Von der Leyen is speechless and the EU empire is tottering

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced in the Hungarian parliament that Hungary intends to withdraw from all EU treaties. In a historic speech, he spoke of an irrevocable step that would release Hungary from its obligations under European agreements. The announcement came without warning and immediately attracted international attention.

Orbán justified the move by citing long-standing conflicts over sovereignty, the rule of law, and Brussels’ interference in Hungarian affairs. He accused the EU of disregarding national interests and disadvantaging Hungary through sanctions and vetoes. The Hungarian Prime Minister emphasized that his country was no longer willing to be part of a system that undermines its identity and independence.

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen appeared speechless in her initial reactions and has not yet issued a detailed statement. According to diplomats, there is considerable uncertainty in Brussels regarding the legal and political consequences. Experts point out that while leaving the EU is possible under Article 50 of the EU Treaty, unilaterally terminating all treaties raises complex legal questions.

The announcement comes shortly before the Hungarian parliamentary elections on April 12. Orbán is thus positioning himself as a staunch defender of national sovereignty. At the same time, critics accuse him of using the announcement for electioneering and deepening close cooperation with Russia and other authoritarian regimes.

Within the EU, the move is seen as a serious blow to the bloc’s unity. Several member states are demanding a clear response to prevent further attempts to leave. The European Commission is currently examining possible legal action and the impact on financial aid and the single market.

Orbán has repeatedly threatened a “Huxit” – a Hungarian exit from the EU – in recent years, without yet implementing it. However, his latest announcement goes further than previous statements and could lead to a serious crisis within the Union.

The Hungarian opposition and pro-European forces warn of Hungary’s isolation and economic disadvantages. Orbán, on the other hand, promises that his country will become stronger and more independent through the restoration of full sovereignty.

The EU institutions face the challenge of responding to this precedent. A unilateral termination of all treaties would have far-reaching consequences for trade, freedom of movement, financial aid, and the common foreign policy.

Whether Orbán’s announcement will actually be implemented or serves as a strong negotiating tactic remains to be seen. The coming days and weeks will show how Brussels and the member states react to this historic step.

This development underscores the ongoing tensions between national sovereignty and European integration. For many observers, it marks a turning point in the history of the European Union.