Bloomberg reported on a phone call transcript between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban and Russian President Vladimir Putin, in which Orban allegedly offered assistance to Russia. According to Bloomberg's reporting, Orban used the metaphor of being a 'mouse' helping the Russian 'lion' during their conversation.

Reuters subsequently covered Bloomberg's report, noting that Orban purportedly told Putin he was 'at your service' during the call. The conversation reportedly included discussions about a potential US-Russia summit.

The reported transcript suggests Orban positioned himself as willing to provide help to Putin, though the specific nature of any assistance offered was not detailed in the available reporting. Hungary has maintained closer ties with Russia compared to other European Union members since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Orban has previously taken positions that differ from the broader EU consensus on Russia policy, including opposing certain sanctions measures and maintaining diplomatic engagement with Moscow. The Hungarian government has not immediately responded to requests for comment regarding the reported phone call transcript.

The timing and context of the alleged conversation between the two leaders was not specified in the initial Bloomberg reporting. Both leaders have a history of direct communication on various diplomatic and economic matters.