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Netanyahu Backs Orbán Amid ICC Withdrawal and Elections

3/24/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed strong support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán at CPAC in Budapest.
Netanyahu could not attend due to the ongoing war with Iran.
Orbán, facing elections on April 12, has backed Netanyahu amid ICC charges.
Hungary announced its withdrawal from the ICC after Netanyahu's visit in April 2025.

History

Historical Context

In May 2025, Hungary became the first EU member to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), a decision influenced by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's alignment with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amid rising nationalism. This move reflects a broader trend of right-wing leaders resisting international legal frameworks, potentially undermining global accountability and fostering isolationism among member states.

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Story summary

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed strong support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán at CPAC in Budapest.
Netanyahu could not attend due to the ongoing war with Iran.
Orbán, facing elections on April 12, has backed Netanyahu amid ICC charges.
Hungary announced its withdrawal from the ICC after Netanyahu's visit in April 2025.

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