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Defense Minister: Hungary’s military is constantly being upgraded and strengthened
The Hungarian Armed Forces are being rearmed and given the most advanced equipment.
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Defense Minister: 5,000 Hungarians join armed forces reserves in past 10 months
The defense minister said the territorial reserve system was a good entry point into the professional ranks, and more than 400 reservists have gone on to become professional or contract...
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Hungarian Armed Forces conduct disinfection work at locations affected by foot-and-mouth disease
Defense Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky said on Facebook that the Hungarian Armed Forces can be counted on.
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New tanks and Lynx infantry fighting vehicle delivered to Hungarian armed forces
Minister Szalay-Bobrovniczky said the tanks arrived at the Klapka Gyorgy armored brigade base in Tata.
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DefMin: Hungary’s goal is to build a 'high-readiness defense force' with 'high operational value'
Minister Szalay-Bobrovniczky told parliament's defense and law enforcement committee at his annual hearing that the country’s military had already taken big steps towards achieving this goal.
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Böröndi: Hungarian soldiers serving abroad deserve recognition
Hungarian soldiers were serving in an exemplary way at UN headquarters in Nicosia and were making a big contribution towards ensuring the conflict moved towards a resolution.
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Hungary's presidency aim is to strengthen EU defense and tackle migration
The aim is to strengthen the European Union's defense and crisis management capability which is particularly important because of the migration situation.
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Defense Minister: All wars start as a result of human decisions
Minister Szalay-Bobrovniczky said: “Times are tough, Europe today is preparing for war."
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Armed Forces Chief of Staff briefs President on defense and security matters
The recent visit forms part of the president’s program of visiting every county to learn first-hand about local affairs.
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Defense Minister: Hungarian soldiers’ wages will increase further in 2024
Minister Szalay-Bobrovniczky said wages are increasing by an average of 11% from January 2024 but it may vary depending on the category of staff.
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Defense Minister: 2024 budget guarantees security of Hungarians
The defense minister said Hungary will continue to work towards fulfilling its objective to build a top-notch, technically advanced military force.
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Hungary takes delivery of Leopard 2A7 battle tanks
Defense Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky said the first five Leopard 2A7s are expected to be delivered to Hungary in the coming days.
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Defense Minister: Hungary’s armed forces are undergoing radical change
The defense minister said Europe’s security situation would change radically differently given the presence of battle-hardened forces to Hungary’s east and the constant pressure of illegal migration on its southern border.