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V4 sign joint declaration on Europe's security
The V4 will cooperate more tightly to adapt to the dangers posed by hybrid and non-traditional warfare, as well as in cyber protection.
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House Speaker: Security has become a primary factor in all areas of life
László Kövér said the superiority of intelligence services and the resulting ability for fast action is crucial for democratic states.
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FM: Europe's security is largely in Turkey's hands
The foreign minister said it is in Hungary’s national interest for the EU-Turkey customs union to be updated.
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FM: Central European countries are now “net security contributors” to NATO’s operations
“We central Europeans believe that NATO will continue as the strongest and most successful military alliance of the world,” the foreign minister said.
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Defense spending guarantees Hungary’s independence and security
There are laws and regulations in place including the comprehensive Zrínyi 2026 scheme that aim to develop the Hungarian army into the strongest and most effective armed force in the region.
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Justice Minister: Hungary is among EU’s most active members in security and defense
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán had spoken about boosting Europe’s defense capabilities as early as 2016, “and this idea is gaining traction”.
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Chief Security Advisor: Migrant pressure on Europe is intensifying
György Bakondi said Turkey has recently been making attempts to create a safe zone in Syria in order to allow refugees to return to their homeland, but many have instead set out for Europe.
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Hungary supports measures to boost EU’s security and defense capabilities
After meeting his EU counterparts on Tuesday, Defense Minister Tibor Benkő said supporting greater defense capabilities will not undermine NATO but rather strengthen the alliance.
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Foreign minister warns of increasing migration pressure
The foreign minister said the root causes of migration had intensified recently. Instability in countries outside Europe has a negative impact on European security.
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FM: Migration should be tackled at its roots
The Foreign Minister said border protection should be approached from the point of view of security rather than human rights. Strong and strict border protection leaves less manoeuvring space to criminals, including human smugglers.
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Defense Minister: Peace is very fragile
“The peace surrounding us is very fragile,” Minister Benkő said, which means Hungary must be “ready and capable” of defending its borders, its citizens and safeguarding peace.
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FM: Hungary is doing its part in maintaining nuclear safety around the world
The Foreign Minister said nuclear safety is particularly important in Central Europe, whose countries rely heavily on nuclear energy.
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Mass migration "state of crisis" extended by Hungarian government
The Hungarian government has extended the “state of crisis” in connection with mass migration in the interest of Hungary’s security and the protection of its borders.