Hungary

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi debates in the Knesset, in Jerusalem, December 9, 2024

Karhi's media reform in Israel mirrors Orban's in Hungry, could be political overreach

Karhi's new media upheaval could punish outlets critical of the government and benefit entities that are close to it.

By DAVID WERTHEIM
16/05/2025

Archaeologists discover over 900 Bronze Age metal artifacts on Somló Hill, Hungary

The discoveries suggest the hill was not only a site of ritual but also a seat of power for the elite of the time.

 Susan Kalev at her Washington Heights home.

This Jewish New Yorker survived the Holocaust and the Hungarian Revolution, and is still helping

Holocaust survivor Susan Kalev reflects on her journey from Budapest to New York, her family’s struggles, and her mission to share her story.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
23/04/2025

Hungary's King Matthias Corvinus found? Researchers run DNA tests on mystery skull

Renowned for his contributions to Hungary, Matthias Corvinus reformed the judicial system and is best known for having one of the first permanent armies in Europe.

Netanyahu's silence leaves truth of Hungary's Holocaust collaboration concealed

On his visit to Budapest, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made an official statement on the Holocaust that sounded as though he were addressing listeners in a distant continent.

By TOVA HERZL
17/04/2025

Belgian PM says he would ignore Netanyahu arrest warrant, cites 'realpolitik'

"I don't think there is a single European country that would arrest Netanyahu if he were on its territory, " he continued.

  Lishay Miran-Lavi (R) with her husband, Omri (L), and their two daughters.

'Hungarian hostage': Wife blasts Netanyahu for forgetting hostage's name

Netanyahu referenced “the Hungarian hostage” after his state visit to Budapest, prompting backlash for ignoring a second captive still held in Gaza.

Netanyahu heads to US, set for talks with Trump on tariffs, Gaza, hostages

The two will discuss issues including the hostage crisis, finishing the war in Gaza, and tariffs that were recently imposed by the Trump administration on Israel.

Trump: Netanyahu may visit US next week

Trump said that he spoke with Netanyahu, adding that Netanyahu may visit the US next week.

03/04/2025

Hungary withdraws from 'politicized' ICC during Netanyahu visit

Gulyás said that the government will initiate the withdrawal procedure on Thursday.

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