Hungary summoned the Russian ambassador for the first time after a massive Russian drone attack hit the Zakarpattia region, which borders Hungary. According to Ukrainian authorities, industrial and transport infrastructure in Uzhhorod and Svalyava was hit.

This move marked the first time in the history of bilateral relations that Budapest had resorted to such a diplomatic measure in response to Russia's actions. The previous Foreign Minister, Péter Szijjártó, had never used this format of response, which drew criticism from the opposition.

The ambassador's summons came amid an official visit to the United States by Hungary's new Prime Minister, Péter Magyar. His government, which came to power in late April, has demonstrated a significant shift in the country's foreign policy. Unlike his predecessor, Viktor Orbán, who maintained friendly relations with the Kremlin, Magyar has called Russia a threat to the security of Hungary and all of Europe, promising to review all economic contracts with Moscow and block military aid to Ukraine, but not impede financial support from the EU.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed Budapest's firm position, thanking the Hungarian leadership for its support.