David Pressman: “Hungary joined the world in condemning Putin's unprovoked and brutal war in Ukraine.”

If confirmed, I pledge to continue that team approach and to work closely with the members and staff of this committee on our Russia policy.

I would also urge that political reforms and parliamentary elections announced for later this year are transparent and inclusive.

The normalization of relations with Israel, including through the historic Abraham Accords, has led to greater peace and security in the region and deepened opportunities for expanded economic growth and productivity.

The Tunisian people have experienced an alarming erosion of democratic norms over the past year.