Hungary Orders 10 Russian Diplomats to Leave Country
· World · ABC News, The Independent, Times of India
The Hungarian government has ordered 10 members of the Russian diplomatic mission to depart the country, citing activities that violate the Vienna Convention. Foreign Minister Anita Orbán announced the decision on Tuesday, stating that the move is necessary to protect Hungary's security and sovereignty. The government did not provide specific details regarding the nature of the alleged activities or a deadline for the departures. This action follows a shift in leadership under Prime Minister Peter Magyar, who has pledged to move away from the pro-Russia policies maintained by his predecessor, Viktor Orbán. The Foreign Minister clarified that the expulsion does not signify a total break in diplomatic relations with Moscow.
Why it matters
The decision marks a significant shift in Hungary's foreign policy, distancing the nation from its previous close alignment with Russia under the former administration.
Read the original report — ABC News
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