Hungary Reiterates Non-Supply Policy on Ukraine Weapons

Hungary has formally notified NATO that it will not supply weapons or military equipment to Ukraine, Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced following a meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte in Brussels on May 28. Magyar stated that he communicated this position directly to Rutte, continuing the approach established by his predecessor Viktor Orban. The newly appointed premier, whose Tisza party won parliamentary elections on April 12, has consistently ruled out military aid to Kyiv since taking office.

Despite the non-supply stance, Magyar assured Rutte that Hungary remains committed to NATO, stating the country "will once again become a reliable partner of the world's most powerful military and defense alliance." He highlighted Hungary's ongoing contributions to the alliance, noting that Hungarian servicemen are performing well as part of NATO's peacekeeping operations in Kosovo.

During the Brussels meeting, Rutte briefed Magyar on preparations for the upcoming NATO summit scheduled for July 7-8 in Ankara, as well as developments regarding the international situation in the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement underscores Hungary's distinct position within NATO regarding support for Ukraine in the conflict with Russia.