Hungarian FM reiterates call for ceasefire, dialogue in Russia-Ukraine conflict

BUDAPEST, Aug. 11 (Xinhua) -- Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto on Monday reiterated Hungary's position that the Russia-Ukraine conflict should be resolved through diplomacy rather than military confrontation.

He made the remarks in a Facebook post, emphasizing that Hungary has consistently advocated for a ceasefire and diplomatic dialogue.

Szijjarto said Hungary anticipates the Trump-Putin summit, set for August 15 in Alaska, viewing it as a potential step toward peace.

He also noted that he had discussed the upcoming summit during a phone conversation with Russian Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov. ■