Hungarian Ground Forces

The Hungarian Ground Forces (Hungarian: Magyar Szárazföldi Haderő, Hungarian pronunciation: [ˈmɒɟɒr ˈsaːrɒzføldi ˈhɒdɛrøː]) is the land branch of the Hungarian Defence Forces, responsible for ground activities and troops, including artillery, tanks, APCs (Armored Personnel Carriers), IFVs (Infantry Fighting Vehicles), and ground support. The ground forces have a history of serving in Iraq and are currently involved in the KFOR (Kosovo Force) operation.

The predecessors of the Hungarian ground forces include the Royal Hungarian Landwehr, the Royal Hungarian Army, and the ground force components of the Hungarian People's Army. During the Cold War, Hungary was supported by the Soviet Union and was a member of the Warsaw Pact. However, after the fall of the Soviet Union in 1991, Hungary significantly reduced the number of tanks and troops and closed several garrisons. The Hungarian Army now focuses on national security, peacekeeping, and international conflicts. Notably, Hungary became a member of NATO in 1999.