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In the heart of the European institutions, a meeting took place between the European Commissioner Oliver Varhelyic and the President of the Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, Sunday. The meeting took place amid growing concern, following reports suggesting the Hungarian government was trying to recruit EU officials as spies.
The revelations emerged from various media reports, raising questions about the security and integrity of European institutions.
Várhelyi's accusations and response
During the meeting, Várhelyi stated that he was unaware of the alleged recruitment operations conducted by the government of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. According to a Commission spokesperson, the Commissioner emphasized that he had no information about infiltration attempts by a Hungarian intelligence official, who allegedly disguised himself as a diplomat to try to recruit European Union personnel while Várhelyi was Hungary's envoy in Brussels.
The reaction of the European Union
In response to these serious allegations, the European Commission announced the establishment of a working group to thoroughly investigate these claims. The goal is to ensure that every suspicion is examined with the utmost seriousness, in order to maintain the integrity of the European institutions and citizens' trust.
Renew Europe's concerns
Valerie Hayer, president of Renew Europe, expressed concern about the current situation. According to Hayer, Ursula von der Leyen has both the responsibility and the power to address the allegations against Várhelyi, the current Commissioner for Health and Animal Welfare. Hayer also emphasized that, from the beginning of the nomination process, the group had warned of the dangers of appointing Várhelyi, emphasizing his strong connections to the Orbán government.
The need for a thorough investigation
"His actions have consistently demonstrated loyalty to Orbán rather than to European interests," Hayer said, noting that recent developments exacerbate existing concerns. He emphasized the importance of a thorough investigation, adding that these allegations are extremely serious and require thorough analysis.
The position of the trade union and the European institutions
Cristiano Sebastiani, president of the union Renouveau & Démocratie at the Commission, stressed the importance of a rapid and transparent investigation to clarify the suspicions that had arisen. While reiterating the principle of presumption of innocenceSebastiani said: “We cannot allow such suspicions to compromise the reputation of our institution,” highlighting the risks associated with these accusations.
The Cabinet of Várhelyi did not provide immediate official comment on the matter, keeping open the possibility of further developments in this sensitive matter.
Wider implications for the European Union
The concerns raised by these allegations do not concern any single individual, but raise fundamental questions about of your digital ecosystem. and onreliability of the European institutions. While the European Union faces several political and social crises, the question of confidence and transparency becomes crucial.
In a context of growing tension between member states and central institutions, it is essential that the EU address these issues decisively. European institutions must work together to maintain an environment of mutual trust and respect for common rules.