Hungary

Viktor Orban will always be the man who kept Hungary’s Jews safe - opinion

Hungary stands out as a nation in the middle of Europe where Jewish life is thriving.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reacts onstage as people applaud after the announcement of the partial results of parliamentary election in Budapest, Hungary, April 12, 2026.
 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban shake hands in Budapest in April 2025.

Orban’s paradox: A friend of Israel, a challenge for Jews - analysis

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reacts onstage as people applaud after the announcement of the partial results of parliamentary election in Budapest, Hungary, April 12, 2026.

Israel loses Hungary as key EU ally as Viktor Orban exits power - analysis

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reacts onstage as people applaud after the announcement of the partial results of parliamentary election in Budapest, Hungary, April 12, 2026.

Israel must avoid taking sides in foreign elections - opinion


Archaeologists discover over 900 Bronze Age metal artifacts on Somló Hill, Hungary

The discoveries suggest the hill was not only a site of ritual but also a seat of power for the elite of the time.

 Archaeologists discover over 900 Bronze Age metal artifacts on Somló Hill, Hungary.

This Jewish New Yorker survived the Holocaust and the Hungarian Revolution, and is still helping

Holocaust survivor Susan Kalev reflects on her journey from Budapest to New York, her family’s struggles, and her mission to share her story.

 Susan Kalev at her Washington Heights home.

Hungary's King Matthias Corvinus found? Researchers run DNA tests on mystery skull

Renowned for his contributions to Hungary, Matthias Corvinus reformed the judicial system and is best known for having one of the first permanent armies in Europe.

 The statue of Matthias Corvinus (Matei Corvin) in the Union Square in Cluj Napoca, Romania.

Netanyahu's silence leaves truth of Hungary's Holocaust collaboration concealed - opinion

On his visit to Budapest, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made an official statement on the Holocaust that sounded as though he were addressing listeners in a distant continent.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban shake hands in Budapest in April 2025.

Belgian PM says he would ignore Netanyahu ICC arrest warrant, cites 'realpolitik'

"I don't think there is a single European country that would arrest Netanyahu if he were on its territory, " he continued.

 (L-R) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Belgian Prime Minister  Bart De Wever over a backdrop of the ICC.

'The Hungarian hostage': Wife blasts Netanyahu for forgetting hostage's name

Netanyahu referenced “the Hungarian hostage” after his state visit to Budapest, prompting backlash for ignoring a second captive still held in Gaza.

 Lishay Miran-Lavi (R) with her husband, Omri (L), and their two daughters.

Netanyahu heads to US, set for talks with Trump on tariffs, Gaza, hostages

The two will discuss issues including the hostage crisis, finishing the war in Gaza, and tariffs that were recently imposed by the Trump administration on Israel.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sarah, leaves Hungary for the US on April 6, 2025.

Trump: Netanyahu may visit US next week

Trump said that he spoke with Netanyahu, adding that Netanyahu may visit the US next week.

 US President Donald Trump meets Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington, DC.

Hungary withdraws from 'politicized' ICC during Netanyahu visit

Gulyás said that the government will initiate the withdrawal procedure on Thursday.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Mrs. Sara Netanyahu were recently received by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and his wife with an honor guard at a welcoming ceremony in Budapest.

Netanyahu to meet Viktor Orban in Hungary, amid fears of ICC arrest

Hungary emphasized that Netanyahu would not be arrested during his visit despite the International Criminal Court's existing arrest warrant against him.

Prime Minister Viktor Orban shakes hands with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during joint statements at the Prime Minister’s Office.