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U.S. and Hungary Forge Nuclear Deal to Counter Russia

2/16/2026

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The United States and Hungary signed a civilian nuclear cooperation agreement on February 16, 2026, during U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Budapest.
The deal aims to diversify Hungary's nuclear supply chain and reduce reliance on Russia by facilitating the purchase of U.S. nuclear fuel and technology.
Rubio highlighted President Trump's support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who is preparing for a challenging election on April 12.
Orbán described the U.S.-Hungary relationship as a "new golden age," aligning with U.S. efforts to counter Russian influence in Central Europe.

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The United States and Hungary signed a civilian nuclear cooperation agreement on February 16, 2026, during U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's visit to Budapest.
The deal aims to diversify Hungary's nuclear supply chain and reduce reliance on Russia by facilitating the purchase of U.S. nuclear fuel and technology.
Rubio highlighted President Trump's support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who is preparing for a challenging election on April 12.
Orbán described the U.S.-Hungary relationship as a "new golden age," aligning with U.S. efforts to counter Russian influence in Central Europe.