Israeli President Isaac Herzog visits Hungary for diplomatic talks

Israeli President Isaac Herzog arrived in Budapest for a working visit, meeting with Hungarian President András Baka at the Sándor Palace. The discussions focused on the deep historical ties between the two nations and opportunities for future cooperation.

President Baka emphasized that Hungary remains a safe environment for the Jewish community, noting that the country is home to one of the largest Jewish populations in Central Europe. He reaffirmed Hungary’s zero-tolerance policy toward antisemitism and its commitment to protecting Jewish communities on international forums.

President Herzog expressed gratitude for the warm reception and thanked Hungary for its firm stance against antisemitism and efforts to delegitimize Israel. The leaders described the bilateral relationship as friendly and stable, highlighting Israel as an important economic partner for Hungary. Regarding the situation in the Middle East, Baka stressed the importance of international law and humanitarian aid, noting that both Israelis and Palestinians should be able to live with security and dignity.