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U.S. Lifts Sanctions on Key Aide to Hungary's Orban in Policy Shift

The State Department cites foreign policy priorities in removing Antal Rogan from the sanctions list, opening the door to stronger U.S.-Hungary relations.

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Overview

  • The U.S. has officially removed sanctions on Antal Rogan, a senior aide to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, as announced by the State Department on April 15, 2025.
  • The decision was justified by the State Department as aligning with current U.S. foreign policy interests, signaling a shift in diplomatic priorities.
  • Rogan had been sanctioned on January 7, 2025, under the Biden administration for alleged corruption involving public contract distribution to political allies.
  • The sanction removal has facilitated discussions between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó on strengthening bilateral ties and exploring economic cooperation.
  • This move reflects a recalibration of U.S.-Hungary relations, despite longstanding allegations of corruption within Orban's government and its ties with Moscow.