Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated that Hungarians support Ukraine’s membership in the European Union, a statement that has been publicly emphasized by Hungarian government spokesman Menczer Tamás. In a video message, Menczer referred to a recent survey conducted by the Tisza Party, which purportedly indicates that a majority of Hungarian respondents favor Ukraine's accession to the EU.

Menczer's remarks were aimed at addressing political tensions between Ukrainian aspirations and Hungarian governmental positions.

He conveyed that Zelenskyy's assertion made it clear that the Hungarian government should not disregard public sentiment regarding Ukraine’s EU membership.

The spokesman expressed that regardless of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s stance or actions, the support for Ukraine's EU bid is evident among the Hungarian populace.

He also commented on the implications of these findings, suggesting that they reveal an orchestrated effort aimed at supporting Ukraine's EU integration.

Menczer highlighted that Zelenskyy's comments frame the narrative around what may be perceived as external influences in Hungary’s political landscape concerning EU affairs related to Ukraine.

The ideation surrounding Ukraine’s EU membership has been a contentious issue within EU policy discussions, especially given Hungary's complicated relationship with Ukraine and its own EU commitments.

Menczer indicated that while current political strategies concerning Ukraine are in flux, it is ultimately up to the Hungarian electorate to determine the nation's stance.

This exchange reflects the ongoing dialogue between Ukraine’s aspirations to join the European community and the internal dynamics as Hungary navigates its relationships within the EU, demonstrating the complex layers of regional politics among neighboring countries.