hazaáruló

hazaáruló is a Hungarian term that translates to "traitor to one's homeland" or "country traitor." The word combines "haza" meaning homeland or country and "áruló" meaning traitor. In Hungarian legal and cultural context, it refers to individuals who commit acts against the interests of Hungary, its people, or its constitutional order. The term carries significant historical weight in Hungary, particularly during periods of political upheaval and foreign occupation. In Hungarian law, the concept relates to treasonous acts as defined in the criminal code, which may include espionage, sabotage, or collaboration with foreign powers against Hungarian national interests. The term has been used throughout Hungarian history to describe figures perceived as betraying national interests, regardless of political context. While definitions of what constitutes betrayal may vary depending on political perspectives, the term remains charged with strong emotional and patriotic connotations in Hungarian discourse. Modern legal systems distinguish between political dissent and actual treasonous acts, though the line between these concepts has historically been subject to interpretation and political manipulation in various periods of Hungary's history.