A new investigation by the Government Control Office (KEHI) has revealed that Péter Magyar's right-hand man, Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi, secretly underwent a cosmetic liposuction financed entirely from public funds, without any...
The former chief of staff had declared "Slava Ukraini", or "glory to Ukraine", "which is unworthy of a soldier and unacceptable", the defense minister said.
"Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi intentionally and in a premeditated manner risked the Hungarian people's security and betrayed the Hungarian people, his fellow soldiers and Hungary," Zsolt Barthel-Rúzsa said.
Minister Szalay-Bobrovniczky said the contribution to political events by former army officials could divide the military, and he expressed disapproval of such activities.
With 2% of GDP to be spent on defense and 20% on new equipment, Hungary’s defense minister highlighted the benefits of serving in the army, including military values, international recognition, and post-service opportunities.
The Hungarian commander said North Macedonia is key in keeping peace and security in the region.
Armed Forces Chief Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi said the army stands ready to protect the Hungarian people should circumstances warrant it.
Commander of the Hungarian Armed Forces Lt. Gen. Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi said Western allies are sharing information on the situation in the Balkans and the Russian-Ukrainian standoff.
The event was opened by Defense Minister Tibor Benkő and Hungarian army chief Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi both on Saturday and Sunday.
“If there’s trouble, then we’re the ones who have to defend the homeland," the prime minister said.
Ruszin-Szendi will replace Colonel General Ferenc Korom whom the defense minister relieved of his post last week.