Herzog Warns Hungarian President of Iranian Threat, Boosts Bilateral Ties
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Israeli President Isaac Herzog visited Budapest, meeting with Hungarian President Áder János to bolster ties and combat antisemitism. Herzog warned of the Iranian threat and the need for global cooperation against terrorism. Both leaders affirmed their countries' strong alliance, Hungary's zero-tolerance policy on antisemitism, and commitment to protecting Jewish communities. The visit also covered expanding cooperation and acknowledged the stable, warm relations between the two nations.
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- Israeli President Isaac Herzog met Hungarian President Áder János in Budapest to strengthen bilateral relations.
- Herzog warned of the threat posed by Iran and its sponsored terror organizations.
- Both leaders emphasized the importance of combating antisemitism and protecting Jewish communities.
- Hungary reiterated its policy of zero tolerance for antisemitism.
- The presidents confirmed there were no outstanding bilateral issues between Israel and Hungary.
- Herzog noted a significant deepening of relations between the two countries in the past year.
President of Israel Isaac Herzog commenced a diplomatic visit to Budapest, Hungary, on Tuesday, meeting with Hungarian President Áder János to strengthen bilateral relations and combat antisemitism. During their discussions, Herzog cautioned against the threat posed by Iran and its sponsored terror organizations, emphasizing that counter-terrorism is a global challenge requiring international cooperation.
"In recent years, we have been dealing with a clear and constant threat of extreme terror originating from Iran," Herzog stated, noting that Tehran's proxies are spreading terror across the Middle East and beyond. He stressed the necessity of an alliance among freedom-loving nations to fight this threat, asserting that Israel pays a daily price for defending its freedom.
The visit included a formal reception at the Presidential Palace, followed by private and expanded bilateral meetings. Key topics included deepening ties, expanding cooperation, and jointly fighting antisemitism. Herzog praised Hungary as a "true friend and long-standing ally" of Israel and thanked them for their role in advancing relations with the European Union, noting a significant deepening of ties in the past year.
Both presidents addressed the fight against antisemitism and the protection of Hungary's Jewish community. Herzog acknowledged the rich history of Hungarian Jewry and its contributions, while also recalling the devastation of the Holocaust and the need for continued vigilance. He thanked Hungary for its "clear and unequivocal policy of zero tolerance for antisemitism in all its forms" and its commitment to protecting Jewish communities.
Recalling his father's first state visit to Budapest 35 years prior, Herzog expressed hope that the friendship between the two nations would continue to grow, seeing the current relationship as a fulfillment of that hope. Hungarian President Áder János welcomed Herzog's visit, highlighting its purpose to strengthen ties with the new Hungarian leadership and for Herzog's participation in the "Voice of the People" international conference. Áder János also pointed to practical cooperation, such as Hungary hosting Israeli football team's home games, as a sign of their strong relationship. He reiterated Hungary's zero-tolerance policy towards antisemitism and its commitment to protecting Jewish citizens and visitors, noting that Hungary's large Jewish community can freely practice their religion and maintain their identity.
Áder János confirmed that there were no outstanding bilateral issues between Israel and Hungary, describing their ties as stable and warm, with Israel being an important economic partner. He also touched upon the security situation in the Middle East, emphasizing the importance of upholding international humanitarian law and ensuring safe and unimpeded aid delivery to those in need.
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