Viktor Orbán’s crackdown won’t stop Pride march, says Budapest mayor Leader says LGBTQ+ gathering in Hungarian capital will go ahead even if police try to impose a government-backed ban The Guardian - UK · Jun 19, 2025
Hungary postpones vote on law to curb foreign-funded organisations Orbán’s ruling party delays vote on legislation allowing government to ban organisations with foreign funding The Guardian - UK · Jun 4, 2025
Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar walks across border to Romania The opposition leader marched to Oradea in an effort to win support from ethnic Hungarians in Romania. Euronews · May 25, 2025
Hungary seeks to strip leading opposition MEP Péter Magyar's immunity again Péter Magyar told Euronews that, with the proceedings, Viktor Orbán is trying to block him from running in next year's election. Euronews · May 6, 2025
Orbán’s stance on Ukraine pushes Hungary to brink in EU relations Member states are considering removing the country’s voting rights after its attempts to stymie support for Kyiv The Guardian - UK · Apr 19, 2025
Péter Magyar pledges at rally to restore Hungary's EU ties if elected Hungary’s opposition leader told supporters he will restore Western alliances if he defeats incumbent Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in the upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for next year. Euronews · Apr 14, 2025
Hungarian opposition leader tells supporters he will restore Western alliances if he defeats Orbán The leader of Hungary’s largest opposition party is vowing to end his country’s international isolation if elected in 2026 as he challenges Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s 15-year rule The Independent UK · Apr 13, 2025
Hungarian opposition leader MEP Péter Magyar claims new law targets him A new draft law presented on Friday in Budapest would allow Hungary's National Electoral Office to revoke the mandates of members of the European Parliament if they fail to comply with financial transparency rules. Euronews · Mar 24, 2025
US Sanctions Hungarian Official For Corruption Involvement U.S. sanctions Hungarian official Antal Rogán for corruption ties, sparking political tensions and signaling a shift in Hungary's relations with Russia. Top News · Jan 7, 2025
Hungarian PM Orbán Accuses EU Of Plotting Regime Change Hungarian PM Orbán accuses EU of interference, sparking tensions over rule of law, Ukraine stance, and upcoming elections. Growing calls for political chan... Top News · Oct 24, 2024
Ursula von der Leyen attacks Viktor Orbán over pro-Russia stance Pointed speech by EC president in Strasbourg rebukes Hungarian leader for economic and political policies The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2024
Hungarians protest state media 'propaganda factory' and demand unbiased press Thousands of protesters have gathered outside the headquarters of Hungary’s public media corporation to demonstrate against what they say is an entrenched, taxpayer-funded propaganda network operated by the nationalist government The Independent UK · Oct 5, 2024
Orbán pushes back on aide's comment that Hungary wouldn't have fought a Russian invasion Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says his country always has and always will defend itself against foreign attacks in response to controversial statements by one of his closest aides suggesting Hungary wouldn’t have fought against a Russian invasion as Ukraine has done The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2024
Hungarian Opposition Calls For Resignation Of PM's Aide Controversy in Hungary as opposition leader demands resignation of PM's aide over remarks on Ukraine and Russian invasion, sparking calls for accountability. Top News · Sep 26, 2024
The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2024 How Hungary's Orbán uses control of the media to escape scrutiny and keep the public in the dark In Hungary, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has extended his party's control over the media, directly affecting informed democratic participation
The Conversation · Jun 28, 2024 ‘Make Europe Great Again’: far right Hungary takes over presidency of the Council of the European Union On 1 July, Hungary will take over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, with the term lasting until 31 December 2024. This has provoked unease in the European Parliament due to infringements by Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán’s government against the rule of law and the…
France 24 · Jun 12, 2024 Hungary's Peter Magyar, Orban-disciple-turned-fierce-rival In Hungary, Peter Magyar, a former diplomat and ex-member of the ruling Fidesz party, won nearly 30% of the vote in the European elections after a campaign that lasted just a few weeks. An electoral score that now makes him Prime Minister Viktor Orban's main rival.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 10, 2024 EU elections 2024: how did key countries vote and what does it mean? A surge in support for far-right parties in France, Germany and Austria was tempered by strong support for centrist and leftwing groups in other countries
The Guardian - AU · Jun 10, 2024 ‘Conservative values will impact EU policymaking like never before,’ says rightwing group European Conservatives and Reformists party includes members such as Giorgia Meloni’s Brothers of Italy and Poland’s Law and Justice
The Independent UK · Jun 9, 2024 Hungarians elect EU representatives in an election seen as a referendum on Orbán's popularity Voters have begun casting their ballots in Hungary early Sunday to choose their representatives for the European Parliament in an election many see as a referendum on Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s popularity
Top News · Jun 8, 2024 Key Players And Issues In EU Elections Insights into European Parliament elections in Hungary, Italy, France, Germany, and Slovakia, shaping the continent's political future.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 8, 2024 Hungarians rally for former ally leading the charge against Viktor Orbán’s rule Péter Magyar’s Tisza party trails the populist leader in the polls, but is offering liberal voters renewed hope
The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2024 Hoping to deal a blow to Hungary's Orbán, challenger holds mass demonstration on eve of EU election A rising political newcomer hoping to deal a blow to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has mobilized tens of thousands of supporters in the country's capital in a final show of strength on the eve of a European Parliament election
Top News · Jun 2, 2024 Orbán Rally Draws Thousands In Budapest Supporters rally in Budapest for Hungarian PM Orbán ahead of EU election, focusing on peace and Ukraine crisis.
The Independent UK · May 30, 2024 Hungarian politicians appeal to voters in first public TV debate in nearly 20 years Nearly a dozen politicians have taken to the debate stage in Hungary’s capital to make their pitch to Hungarian voters ahead of European Parliament elections