Netanyahu Arrives in Hungary, Finding a Rare Welcome in Europe
Briefly

Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Hungary highlights the complexities of international law and diplomacy. Despite an arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court (ICC), he conveyed confidence that Hungary would not enforce it. Prime Minister Viktor Orban openly disregarded the court's jurisdiction, strengthening his alliance with Netanyahu based on shared nationalist ideologies. Orban's government has a track record of employing antisemitic propaganda, yet he aligns with Netanyahu's right-wing views. This visit marks a significant moment in the political dynamic between Israel and Hungary, reinforcing territorial sovereignty over international legal obligations.
During his visit to Hungary, Benjamin Netanyahu expressed confidence that the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant issued against him would be disregarded by the host nation.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban assured Netanyahu that Hungary, a signatory to the I.C.C. treaty, would ignore its obligations and not abide by the court's terms.
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