The Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade released a statement reaffirming its nation’s commitment to supporting the State of Israel on September 4.
FM Péter Szijjártó explicitly rejected the strong anti-Israel sentiment permeating Western Europe in a post on X/Twitter after meeting with Yossi Dagan, head of the Samaria Regional Council.
Szijjártó specifically mentioned Brussels’ continuous proposal of anti-Israel measures, stating that “We will not accept these and are working to build a strategic alliance and friendship with Israel.”
Dagan and Szijjártó also discussed the security situation faced by Christian communities in the Middle East, according to an official statement. The two leaders “agreed that the protection of ancient Christian communities in the region and guaranteeing their security is an important shared responsibility.”
Israel and Hungary's allyship is longstanding
Hungary has remained a fierce ally of Israel’s, working to strengthen diplomatic ties during a time period when many European nations are attempting to distance themselves.
Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel similarly met with Hungarian officials in July. Hungary's European Union Affairs Minister Janos Boka stated that "Hungary and Israel are building a strategic partnership based on shared values, mutual interests and deep ties."
Both officials set forth clear intentions to continue facilitating strong, friendly relations with Haskel expressing her gratitude to Hungary for standing "steadfastly by Israel’s side in every international forum, sending a powerful message that support for terrorism will not be tolerated."
On Friday, during the United Nations General Assembly meeting, a resolution to pave the way towards recognizing Palestinian statehood was advanced. According to the United Nations, 142 member states voted for the resolution. Hungary was one of only ten member states that voted against the resolution.