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Hungary and Russia are said to have concluded a 12-point plan for closer cooperation.
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Apr 9, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
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- Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó assured Iran of support following Israeli strikes on Hezbollah in September 2024, intensifying diplomatic tensions.
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