Russia-Hungary Tensions Spike After 10 Diplomats Expelled
What Happened
Russia threatened a “harsh and painful” response after Hungary expelled 10 Russian diplomats, accusing them of activities incompatible with their diplomatic status. The move reflects a tougher stance from Hungary’s new government under Prime Minister Peter Magyar, marking a departure from the pro-Russia policies of former leader Viktor Orbán.
Key Takeaways
The expulsions signal a significant shift in Hungary’s foreign policy toward closer alignment with the EU and NATO. Russia has called the decision an “unfriendly escalation” and indicated retaliatory measures could follow, adding to tensions between Moscow and European nations.