Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson Condemns Orbán's Misinformation in Open Letter
Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson publicly addresses Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán's false claims in a diplomatic open letter.
- • Kristersson responds to Orbán's misinformation about Sweden.
- • Historical support for Hungary is emphasized in the letter.
- • Orbán's claims have political undertones related to upcoming elections.
- • The letter was published in multiple languages.
Key details
In an open letter to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson has responded to Orbán's recent criticisms and misinformation regarding Sweden. The letter, published on social media, sees Kristersson addressing false claims made by Orbán about Sweden being a country in collapse and misrepresented crime statistics regarding underage girls. Among these claims, Orbán has pointed to an article stating that 280 Swedish girls were involved in serious crimes, including murder, which Kristersson condemned as 'hair-raising lies.'
Kristersson emphasized Sweden's long-standing support for Hungary, recalling historical moments such as the efforts of Swedish diplomat Raoul Wallenberg during World War II in protecting Hungarian Jews and Sweden's assistance to Hungarian refugees during the 1956 Soviet invasion.
The letter acknowledges the political scenario in Hungary, suggesting that Orbán's comments may be influenced by the upcoming elections, while asserting that Sweden does not interfere in Hungary’s domestic politics. Kristersson also criticized Orbán's ties with Russia in the context of its aggression toward Ukraine, questioning the implications of such relations. The letter was published in Swedish, English, and Hungarian, reflecting the importance of diplomatic understanding between the two nations.