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Hungary's New PM Plans Pragmatic Shift in Foreign Policy

4/14/2026

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Peter Magyar, Hungary's new prime minister, announced plans to rejoin the International Criminal Court, signaling a shift from Viktor Orbán's policies.
Magyar said Hungary will pursue a pragmatic relationship with Israel and evaluate EU decisions on Israel case-by-case.
The move comes amid tensions over the Gaza war as Hungary seeks a balanced foreign policy that keeps ties with Israel and aligns with EU interests.

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Peter Magyar, Hungary's new prime minister, announced plans to rejoin the International Criminal Court, signaling a shift from Viktor Orbán's policies.
Magyar said Hungary will pursue a pragmatic relationship with Israel and evaluate EU decisions on Israel case-by-case.
The move comes amid tensions over the Gaza war as Hungary seeks a balanced foreign policy that keeps ties with Israel and aligns with EU interests.