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Inside the growing Hungary-Israel alliance

WATCH: “TALX” with Alex Traiman and guest Balázs Orbán

Just as Hungary announces its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, Alex Traiman, JNS CEO and Jerusalem bureau chief, sits down in Budapest with Balázs Orbán, political director and senior policy adviser to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.

They discuss Hungary’s decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court in The Hague; Hungary’s growing alliance with Israel under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu; and the Eastern European country’s vision for a new “Era of Sovereignty” in global politics.

Also discussed: Hungary’s peace efforts in the Russia-Ukraine war; parallels between Middle East conflicts and European stability; the rise of national sovereignty movements; dangers of globalist ideologies; Hungary’s battle against illegal immigration; and strategies to combat antisemitism in Europe.

JNS will host its inaugural International Policy Summit on Monday, April 28, 2025. This daylong event will convene government officials, policymakers, diplomats, security experts, leaders of pro-Israel organizations, and influencers for vital discussions aimed at addressing Israel’s critical challenges and opportunities in a post-Oct. 7 world. Registration at this point is for invitees only. However, you can submit a request for registration at the following link.

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Alex Traiman is the CEO and Jerusalem bureau chief of the Jewish News Syndicate (JNS) and host of “Jerusalem Minute.” A seasoned Israeli journalist, documentary filmmaker and startup consultant, he is an expert on Israeli politics and U.S.-Israel relations. He has interviewed top political figures, including Israeli leaders, U.S. senators and national security officials with insights featured on major networks like BBC, Bloomberg, CBS, NBC, Fox and Newsmax. A former NCAA champion fencer and Yeshiva University Sports Hall of Fame member, he made aliyah in 2004, and lives in Jerusalem with his wife and five children.
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