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EU and Magyar agreed to work together for release of EU cash after weekend talks

Ursula von der Leyen's right-hand man sent to Budapest to begin work for the release of €10 billion as Magyar races to unfreeze the cash in exchange of reforms. According to sources involved in the negotiations, the release of funds is not connected to Ukraine.

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EU rushes to Budapest talks with Magyar team to unlock frozen funds amid Ukraine tensions

European Commission officials are due to meet the team of Hungary’s prime minister-designate, Péter Magyar, in Budapest on Friday, just five days after his election victory, to begin the process of unfreezing €17 billion in EU funds, with Ukraine-related disputes also on the agenda.

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EU to slash power bills by cutting taxes and grid costs

The Commission's draft proposal to change energy taxation risks being politically sensitive as several EU countries have limited fiscal space. Environmental groups urge Brussels to propose a windfall profit tax to help EU capitals deal with soaring energy prices.

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Thousands of Students Across the United Kingdom Set to Benefit as European Union Finalizes Erasmus+ 2027 Agreement

The UK will rejoin the Erasmus+ programme by 2027, restoring academic exchanges with the EU. This move aims to mend post-Brexit relations and enhance educational opportunities.

International Business Times UK

Is the EU ready to drop unanimous voting?

The decisive defeat of Hungarian leader and EU veto-er-in-chief Viktor Orbán presents the EU with an opportunity to move forward on several key foreign policy issues. But was he the problem? Or is unanimity holding the EU back from defending itself on the world stage?

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Peter Magyar vows swift end to Orban’s rule as pressure mounts to secure EU funding

The new Hungarian leader announced his government could assume power in the first week of May

The Independent UK

Brussels says EU age verification check ready amid child safety push

The President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen told major online platforms there were “‘no more excuses” not to protect children online as it unveiled its age verification system it says is ready for rollout.

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Life after Orbán: How his crushing defeat is set to transform EU power dynamics

The Hungarian election has brought the Viktor Orbán era to an abrupt end. His defeat is set to transform the power dynamics at the EU table.

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‘Victory for democracy’: Trump’s friend Viktor Orbán humiliated after people reject him, Obama leads the celebration

One more far-right pillar down.

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Trump, Vance, and the Kremlin all backed Orbán, but Hungary’s record voter turnout just handed MAGA its most humiliating defeat yet

His 16-year reign is now over.

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Von der Leyen aims at 'swift' progress with Magyar. Here's what's still blocked

"There's much work to be done, as Hungary is coming back to the European path," Ursula von der Leyen in the wake of Péter Magyar's resounding victory. Here are the most important files currently blocked.

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MEPs raise alarm about possible Russian meddling in Hungary elections

Von der Leyen urged to act over allegations of disinformation and intimidation on behalf of Orbán’s party

The Guardian - UK

MEPs warn of ‘serious' risks to Hungary election, urge Commission to act

A letter sent to Ursula von der Leyen denounces “potential Russian interference operation” in Hungary and “state-led intimidation,” raising concerns about the fairness of the upcoming vote.

Euronews

'Alarming': Von der Leyen to raise Hungary's 'Russia leaks' with EU leaders

The allegations about Hungary leaking information to Russia raise the possibility of a member state "actively working against the security and the interests of the EU and its citizens", the European Commission said.

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Between Budapest and Brussels: Péter Magyar’s political tightrope

The leader of Hungary’s opposition Tisza party has prioritised domestic campaigning over his parliamentary duties, at times defying his European Parliament group to appeal to voters while distancing himself from EU figures like Ursula von der Leyen.

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Hungary's upcoming election and the effects of the generation gap

Most independent polls show that more than 60% of voters under 30 support Péter Magyar's Tisza party while only 15% back Viktor Orbán's ruling Fidesz in April elections.

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Not so fast: Brussels snubs Merz's suggestion for EU-China trade deal

Before the EU can even talk about a trade deal with China, Beijing must "meaningfully" address its distortive practices, Brussels said.

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Australia needs 'speed' in face of global uncertainty

Australia and Germany will make it easier for troops to operate from each other's countries as the two nations look at deepening defence co-operation.

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International Business Times UK

Iran War Quietly Strains UK and Europe as Hidden Economic and Security Risks Escalate

The Iran conflict is quietly driving inflation, reshaping trade and testing security policies across the UK and Europe, with growing risks to daily life.

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In Orbán's 'unacceptable' veto, António Costa finds his biggest challenge yet

With his "unacceptable" veto on the €90 billion loan to Ukraine, Viktor Orbán is not only defying his fellow leaders. He is also directly challenging António Costa's authority and credibility as European Council president.

AAP

Beef over EU deal boils over as security ties touted

A landmark free-trade deal with the European Union has riled meat farmers as the bloc's head stresses the continent's reliability in a time of instability.

Radio France Internationale

Australia and EU sign comprehensive trade deal amid global tensions

The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free trade deal on Tuesday, while also agreeing to boost defence cooperation and access to rare earth minerals, in the face of global uncertainty over trade.

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: EU president’s grim warning; Iran dismisses Trump claim of talks; and ‘the most stunningly awful wonderful’ band

Ursula von der Leyen says Australia can no longer rely on distance to protect it from war and chaos

The Conversation

Prosecco makers lose out as Australia seals EU free-trade deal after 8 long years of talks

Nearly eight years ago Australia and the European Union (EU) launched trade negotiations. Finally, today Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and EU President Ursula von der Leyen signed an agreement in Canberra.

AAP

EU deal boosts Australian defence and science alliances

The Australia-Europe relationship is entering a new era with the signing of pacts on defence, security and scientific research.

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