Int’l Relations

Int'l Relations

Hungarian Intelligence Engages with U.S. Authorities Regarding Rogán’s Case

Hungarian intelligence agencies have reached out to U.S. counterparts regarding the case of Antal Rogán, according to Zoltán Sas, chair...

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Cornstein: Sitting U.S. Administration ‘Hostile’ to Hungary

The U.S. decision to include Antal Rogán, the minister leading the Hungarian Cabinet Office, on a sanctions list is "terrible...

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U.S. Sanctions Hungarian Minister Antal Rogán Over Corruption Allegations

The United States has added Hungarian government official Antal Rogán to its sanctions list, citing his alleged involvement in corruption,...

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Szijjártó: Hungary to Reopen Embassy in Damascus

Hungary is reopening its embassy in Damascus, as armed conflict has recently abated and the security situation stabilized in Syria,...

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Szijjártó Tells AmCham he Hopes for a ’Golden Age’ for U.S.-Hungary Relations

It is high time to get to the negotiating table in the war in Ukraine as the conflict has cost...

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Road Closure in Austria Blocks Hungarian Commuters

A road in Burgenland, Austria, was closed to motorists with a concrete barrier, which prevented some Hungarian commuters from getting...

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Szijjártó: Hungary ‘Number 1’ Destination for Chinese Investment in Europe

Hungary has become the "number one" destination for Chinese investment in Europe, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó...

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Szijjártó: Hungary Ready to Step up V4 Cooperation

Hungary is ready to develop further the successful cooperation among the Visegrád Group -- Hungary, Czechia, Poland and Slovakia --...

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Szijjártó: Hungary-U.S. Political Cooperation to Be in ‘Top Shape’ Again

"The decision of American voters gives us good hopes that political cooperation between the United States and Hungary could again...

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Szijjártó: ‘We Have Again Completed a Successful Evacuation Operation’

Hungary has successfully concluded an evacuation operation with the help of its Slovak friends, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and...

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Centuries-old Relationship the Foundation for Economic Partnership

Germany’s Ambassador to Hungary Julia Gross discusses the economic and personal connections that bind her home country with her current...

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Hungary Grants Emergency Aid for Internally Displaced People in Lebanon

The government is providing EUR 100,000 in emergency aid through the Hungary Helps humanitarian program for helping internally displaced people...

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Fugitive Inmate to be Extradited to Canada

An Algerian-Hungarian-Canadian national detained at Ferenc LIszt International Airport on Tuesday has been placed in "provisional arrest with a view...

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Spain Blocks Sale of Talgo to Ganz-Mávag

Spain's government has denied clearance for Hungarian rolling stock maker Ganz-Mávag's planned acquisition of local peer Talgo, the economy ministry...

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Szijjártó Blasts EC Inaction Over Lukoil Crude Delivery Halt

The European Commission's lack of action on the matter of Ukraine's stoppage of transit deliveries of Russian crude from Lukoil...

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No Hungarian Casualties Reported in Krakow Shooting, Ministry Says

Hungary’s Foreign Ministry said Saturday evening that it had no information indicating any Hungarians were among the casualties of a...

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Hungarian President Offers Condolences After Deadly Spain Train Crash

President András Baka expressed condolences to the families of those killed in a train crash in Spain on Wednesday, his...

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Hungary Secures Norway Grants Agreement Worth HUF 92 bln

Hungary has concluded negotiations on the Norway and EEA Grants mechanism, securing more than HUF 92 billion in funding, Minister...

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Russia Expels Hungarian Diplomats in Retaliatory Move

Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced Thursday that it was expelling Hungarian diplomats in retaliation for Hungary’s recent expulsion of 10 Russian...

No Hungarian Casualties Reported in Krakow Shooting, Ministry Says

Hungary’s Foreign Ministry said Saturday evening that it had no information indicating any Hungarians were among the casualties of a...

Budapest’s Chain Bridge to Light Up in Swiss Colors on November 5

Budapest’s Chain Bridge will be illuminated in red and white on the evening of November 5 to mark the 80th...

Hungary and U.S. Deepen Security Ties, Target Far-Left Extremism

Hungarian Foreign Minister Anita Orbán and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio signed counterterrorism and energy cooperation agreements Thursday....

Hungarian President Offers Condolences After Deadly Spain Train Crash

President András Baka expressed condolences to the families of those killed in a train crash in Spain on Wednesday, his...

Magyar Congratulates Serbia’s Student List on Election Victory

Prime Minister Péter Magyar congratulated the leaders of Serbia's opposition Student List in a phone call after their victory in...

Péter Magyar Condemns Violence in France, Vows to Maintain Strict Migration Policy

PM Péter Magyar condemned recent violence and vandalism in France, expressing solidarity with the French people and reaffirming Hungary’s commitment...

Hungary Secures Norway Grants Agreement Worth HUF 92 bln

Hungary has concluded negotiations on the Norway and EEA Grants mechanism, securing more than HUF 92 billion in funding, Minister...

Hungary and Ukraine Seek Fresh Start as Magyar Welcomes Minority Rights Pact

PM Péter Magyar welcomed a political agreement on strengthening the rights of ethnic Hungarians in Transcarpathia during talks with Ukrainian...

Germany Celebrates Fall of the Iron Curtain as a Joint Achievement

Germany’s new ambassador to Hungary, Alexander Schönfelder, took up his post in August. In his first interview with the BBJ,...

Hungary Signals Interest in Hosting 2036 Olympics

The Int'l Olympic Committee confirmed that Hungary is among seven countries engaged in ongoing dialogue and has formally expressed interest...

Russia Expels Hungarian Diplomats in Retaliatory Move

Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced Thursday that it was expelling Hungarian diplomats in retaliation for Hungary’s recent expulsion of 10 Russian...

Magyar Invites Pope Leo XIV to Hungary After Vatican Talks

Prime Minister Péter Magyar invited Pope Leo XIV to visit Hungary during a private audience at the Vatican on Sept....

All Hungarian University Students to Regain Erasmus Access by October, Official Says

Hungarian university students will have the opportunity to participate in the Erasmus mobility program by October, with some able to...

Russia Pledges Response to Hungary’s Expulsion of 10 Diplomats

Russia will respond to Hungary’s decision to expel 10 Russian diplomats, Foreign Mininstry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said Tuesday, adding that...

Hungary to Formalize Gift of Lipizzaner Horses to King Charles III

Hungary will formally gift two Lipizzaner horses to the UK's King Charles III, resolving an ownership issue after the animals...