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Defense Minister of Hungary 🇭🇺🇭🇺🇭🇺 #Hungary #MinistryOfDefense

Budapest, Hungary
Joined November 2022
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🌍 Met with @JoaoCravinho, EU Special Envoy on the Sahel. 🇭🇺 is committed to the region’s stability—vital for Europe’s security. Crises fueling illegal migration must be addressed locally. We are working together with local partners, and call for stronger EU engagement. #Sahel
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President @ZelenskyyUA’s claim that a Hungarian military drone entered Ukraine is false. The HDF did not carry out any such mission, nor did it receive any instruction or notice. This attempt at disinformation has failed — 🇭🇺stays out of the war and remains committed to peace.
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🇴🇲🤝🇭🇺Met with Dr. Mohammed bin Nasser bin Ali Al-Zaabi – the first Omani Secretary General of Defence to visit Hungary. We are ready to explore new avenues of defence cooperation, including military and defence industry partnerships. #Diplomacy #Security
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💡At @brainbarcom with @xygalatas: Traditions & rituals provide identity & continuity, and in the military, they turn individuals into comrades, binding us as one. Alongside modern weapons, we need patriots to build a strong, modern #HDF rooted in heritage & technology.
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🇭🇺🇺🇸 I was glad to meet @USAmbHungary Robert Palladino and to greet Caroline Savage, Deputy Chief of Mission. Our partnership remains vital in defence and security. Hungary will continue to strengthen cooperation with the U.S. as a trusted strategic ally.
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🕯 Deeply saddened by the tragic death of @CharlieKirk11, a fearless voice for young conservatives, ally of President Trump, and devoted father. He was targeted for defending faith, family, nation & freedom. We must not let hatred and violence define our future.
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🤝 With allied forces joining, #ADHU25 demonstrates Hungary’s steadfast commitment to collective security. Together we strengthen cooperation and readiness, showing that a modern and capable 🇭🇺 force is prepared for today’s and tomorrow’s challenges.
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🇭🇺🚨 #ADHU25, the largest and most complex exercise of the Hungarian Defence Forces since the regime change, has started. This defensive, all-arms drill proves our ability to safeguard 🇭🇺 sovereignty and defend NATO’s eastern flank.
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🇭🇺🇮🇱Deeply saddened by the death of Ilan Weiss, the Hungarian–Israeli citizen abducted by Hamas. October 7 remains inexplicable & unforgivable. Hungary stands firmly with Israel against terror. My deepest condolences to his family, loved ones & the people of Israel.
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🚤🇭🇺 With the induction of SOC-R boats, the #HDF enters a new dimension in riverine special operations, boosting responsiveness & @NATO cooperation. Honoured to mark this milestone with @USAmbHungary Chargé d’Affaires Robert Palladino, strengthening our 🇭🇺-🇺🇸 partnership.
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🇭🇺🚁 Within a month, we’re assisting our third NATO ally in battling wildfires—this time in 🇲🇪 Montenegro. Our H225M helicopter, equipped with a Bambi Bucket water container, is supporting local authorities in extinguishing the flames, helping those in need. #HDF #NATO
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🇭🇺🛡️ Hungary is a reliable contributor to @NATO's collective defence. With 14 Gripens and a growing fleet, we defend the skies over 🇭🇺🇸🇰🇸🇮🇭🇷🇪🇪🇱🇹🇱🇻— and from 2026, 4 new jets will further boost our capabilities. #StrongerTogether #NATO #AirPolicing
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🇭🇺✈️ From August 1, Hungary will again safeguard Baltic airspace with 4 Gripens and 80 personnel. This is our fourth mission since 2015, this time alongside 🇪🇸 and 🇮🇹 allies. #NATO #BAP
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🇭🇺🚁 Two #H225M helicopters of the Hungarian Defence Forces have departed for Albania to assist in fighting wildfires near Llogara National Park. Our troops stand ready to #support international disaster relief whenever called. Hungary delivers—at home and abroad.
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🇭🇺🤝🇦🇪 It was an honour to welcome His Highness @MohamedBinZayed to Hungary—marking the first official visit by a UAE President. This milestone opens the door to further deepening the partnership between our two nations.
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🇸🇦🤝🇭🇺Met with Thamer M. Al-Muhid, CEO of @SAMIDefense. As an increasingly decisive actor in defence innovation, Saudi Arabia shares our commitment to building advanced, capable armed forces. We explored #cooperation opportunities between our countries.
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🇮🇱🤝🇭🇺 I met Ambassador @MayaKadosh to discuss our strategic alliance with Israel. We support Israel’s right to self-defence, and Hungary contributes to Middle East #stability through key missions. Our defence ties in industry, training, and cybersecurity continue to grow.
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🇸🇪🇭🇺 Defence and security form a cornerstone of Swedish–Hungarian relations. Our cooperation with @SAAB is a prime example—#Gripens have protected our skies for over 20 years, and soon, new aircraft will join them to further strengthen our capabilities.
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🇭🇺✈️ In light of the escalating security situation in the Middle East, 87 Hungarian and 1 American citizen were successfully evacuated from Israel overnight. The operation was supported by the Hungarian Defence Forces through a successful AIRVAC mission.
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🇬🇪🤝🇭🇺Signed a bilateral sports cooperation agreement with Minister Shalva Gogoladze. Our federations already collaborate in rugby, basketball, weightlifting, judo & wrestling. Hungary remains committed to strengthening ties in #sport and beyond. #SportsDiplomacy
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