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Next Stop: Poland!
14:55 September 18, 2026
During the final phase of their preparation prior to their deployment to Exercise Fiery Emblem in Poland, reservists from the HDF 2nd Territorial Defence Regiment 5th Territorial Defence Battalion carried out live fire tactical training (LFTT) in Hajdúhadház.
New Momentum in Hungarian–Turkish Cooperation
14:42 September 18, 2026
A professional delegation from the HDF Joint Operations Command’s Land Forces and a delegation from the Turkish General Staff held discussions on opportunities for joint international training exercises. The Hungarian delegation was headed by Brigadier General Zsolt Molnár, Deputy Commander (Land Forces) at the HDF Joint Operations Command, while the Turkish side was represented by Brigadier General Kamil Tumba, Head of Defence Planning and Project Management at the Turkish Land Forces Command.
Cutting-Edge Hungarian Technology over the Adriatic
14:15 September 17, 2026
At the large-scale Jesolo Air Show, the HDF 86th Helicopter Wing showcased the capabilities of the Hungarian Defence Forces to an international audience through a dynamic display featuring its Airbus H145M helicopter.
On Europe’s Defence in Prague
14:11 September 17, 2026
At the IISS (International Institute for Strategic Studies) Defence Summit in Prague, Defence Minister Dr Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi discussed a new era in Europe’s defence with political and military leaders responsible for the continent’s security.
Airbase in Constant Motion
14:44 September 16, 2026
Over the course of nearly a century of military aviation in Pápa, numerous aircraft have touched down on the tarmac of the airbase. The service of the personnel at the HDF 47th Airbase, including the aircraft maintenance specialists, ensures safe and uninterrupted flight operations.
Two Days of Collaboration, Professional Dialogue and Practical Innovation in Hungary
14:39 September 16, 2026
On 9–10 September 2026, Hungary hosted a two-day professional program organised by the European Defence Agency’s (EDA) Modern Army Readiness with Simulation (MARS) working group.
We Regard You as Partners
14:30 September 16, 2026
“Military diplomacy builds trust day by day – a trust that cannot be established in a matter of days in a crisis”, said László Kürtös, Parliamentary State Secretary and Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Defence, addressing the corps of defence, military and air attachés accredited to Hungary on 15 September at an introductory event organized at the Stefánia Palace – Honvéd Cultural Center.
Security Is Created, Not Imported
14:27 September 16, 2026
“Today I visited the Rheinmetall Hungary Munitions Zrt in Várpalota, where I was able to see for myself the capabilities we have built up in Hungary,” wrote Defence Minister Dr. Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi on his social media page.
Search and Rescue with Rotorcraft
13:57 September 15, 2026
Based on the simulated scenario, a report was received in Szolnok: an AS350B helicopter had crashed into a Ural-4320 military truck during landing. Paramedics arriving at the scene of the accident were met by casualties trapped in parachutes, suspended from trees, and lying among the wreckage during air search and rescue exercise Air Wolf Hunting.
Officer Cadets in International Environment
13:51 September 15, 2026
International Exercise Saber Junction 2026 in Germany has come to an end. Over the past few weeks, it has presented military officer cadets from the Faculty of Military Science and Officer Training of the Ludovika University of Public Service with realistic, complex tasks. During the execution phase, the cadets participated in the training exercise as part of the opposing force (OPFOR), split into various groups.