Hungarian election: Revelations show Orbán’s closeness to Putin:
Shortly before the election in Hungary, new revelations continue to emerge showing the Hungarian ...
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Hungary’s Ties to Russia and Iran Exposed Pre-ElectionRevelations detail Hungary’s close links to Moscow and Tehran days before the April 2026 parliamentary vote.
- New disclosures highlight Hungary’s deepening relations with Russia and Iran shortly before the April 2026 parliamentary elections.
- Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó assured Iran of support following Israeli strikes on Hezbollah in September 2024, intensifying diplomatic tensions.
- Intercepted calls between Szijjártó and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov reveal close coordination on EU sanctions and policy positions.
- The Kremlin regards Orbán as a pragmatic leader effectively defending Hungary’s interests despite the emerging controversies.
I am at Putin's disposal, whenever you need me.— From a transcript of a conversation between Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Vladimir Putin; Orbán expresses his willingness to be of service to Putin at any time.
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