Ministry of Defence
New Chapter in Hungarian-German Relations
12:15 November 11, 2026
“We held the first Hungarian-German intergovernmental consultation in Berlin. Germany is one of our country’s most important economic and strategic partners. We are linked by many ties. These meetings provided an opportunity to review the progress made so far in a number of areas and to set out the next steps in our joint work,” said Defence Minister Dr Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi on his social media page.
Hungarian-Montenegrin Defence Relations Gain New Momentum
11:41 November 6, 2026
On November 5, Defence Minister Dr Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi welcomed Dragan Krapović, the Montenegrin Minister of Defence in Heroes’ Square. After paying tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the parties held discussions to review the security situation in the Western Balkans, the development of bilateral military cooperation, and current issues relating to NATO and EU integration.
Security needs to be maintained, not just safeguarded
11:52 November 5, 2026
“Last night in the National Assembly, I explained the reasons for strengthening Hungary’s military contribution to EUFOR Operation ALTHEA,” wrote Defence Minister Dr Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi on his social media page on November 4.
Europe’s Defence Readiness in Focus
13:44 November 2, 2026
Attila Varga, State Secretary for Defence Affairs at the Ministry of Defence, attended the 6th European Defence and Security Conference in Brussels on October 29, where the focus was on Europe’s defence readiness, the security of NATO’s eastern flank, and the development of collective military capabilities.
The Importance of Cyberspace and Outer Space
14:36 October 27, 2026
In today’s rapidly changing security environment, the key to the Alliance’s military effectiveness lies in continuous development and rapid adaptation to new challenges. The Allied Command Transformation plays a key role in this process: its task is not only to coordinate operations across traditional land, air and sea forces, but also in cyberspace and outer space, wrote Defence Minister Dr Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi on his social media page.
Hungarian-Italian Defence Summit in Budapest
12:05 October 26, 2026
Guido Crosetto, Italy’s Minister of Defence, visited Hungary, attending the national commemorative ceremonies on October 23 on behalf of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. According to Defence Minister Dr Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi, Italy is one of Hungary’s key allies.
Much-Needed Discussion
10:31 October 15, 2026
On October 14 in Budapest, Dr Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi, Minister of Defence, held discussions with Matthew Whitaker, the US Ambassador to NATO, on the situation in Europe, the most important tasks facing NATO, Hungary’s intentions within the Alliance, and how to increase defence spending to 5 per cent of the GDP.
Who will Protect Europe?
14:09 October 13, 2026
Europe must become capable of defending itself independently. To this end, it is not enough simply to rethink the continent’s defence strategy; it is essential to rebuild and modernise the European defence industry, said Defence Minister Romulusz-Ruszin Szendi at the Warsaw Security Forum held on Monday.
Know-How, Technology and Manufacturing Capabilities in Sirok
12:49 October 1, 2026
There is still a munitions factory operating in Hungary today. In Sirok. Besides, this is not a newly established plant: the history of munitions manufacturing in Sirok dates back more than seventy years, and the traditions of munitions manufacturing in Hungary can be traced all the way back to 1881, according to a post by Dr Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi, Minister of Defence, on his social media page.
Overseas training
16:02 September 23, 2026
Having completed the “Acélkocka” NCO training course in Hungary, Staff Sergeant Gergő Józsa, a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) NCO at the Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Center of the HDF 86th Szolnok Helicopter Wing further developed his professional knowledge at the command senior enlisted leaders’ course of the United States Marine Corps.