Rubio Promises Review of Biden-Era Penalties Against Hungary

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó announced a new era in Hungary-US relations following a phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Szijjártó expressed optimism about rebuilding political ties, highlighting that the previous administration had treated Hungary as an enemy, leading to punitive measures. Rubio assured Szijjártó that the Trump administration would review these actions, which included the termination of a bilateral tax deal and tightened entry requirements for Hungarians. Both officials emphasized their commitment to ending the ongoing war in Ukraine, which they view as a priority. Szijjártó welcomed recent executive orders from Trump that align with Hungary's policies on migration and peace. The two leaders expressed a desire for an in-person meeting to further discuss cooperation.