Merz Rebukes Hungary’s Orban as EU Seeks Defense Plan Unity

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz lashed out at Viktor Orban during a meeting of European Union leaders in Copenhagen on Wednesday, accusing the Hungarian prime minister of derailing discussions on the bloc’s security needs.

The clash took place during a discussion over how the EU can better defend itself against Russian threats and support Ukraine, according to people familiar with the exchange, who spoke on the condition of anonymity.