The battle against fascism in Florida The situation in Florida clearly represents a threat to American democracy Salon · May 14, 2023
What Turkey’s elections mean for Sweden’s NATO membership After months of waiting, Swedish hopes are high for Turkey’s ratification after Sunday’s vote. Al Jazeera · May 12, 2023
Czechs look to dump Russian nuclear fuel Pressure is rising to include the Russian nuclear sector in the European Commission’s 11th sanction package plans. Al Jazeera · May 4, 2023
Hungary's Orban bemoans liberal 'virus' at CPAC conference Hungary’s populist prime minister has likened liberalism to a “virus” in an opening speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference in the Hungarian capital on Thursday The Independent UK · May 4, 2023
Teenagers tear-gassed at protest against Orban's education reforms Hungarian police fired tear gas at teenagers and detained five people at a rally outside Prime Minister Viktor Orban's offices on Wednesday after a protest against a new law that would eliminate teachers' public-servant status. Reuters · May 3, 2023
Pope meets Moscow Church official after puzzling peace 'mission' comment Pope Francis on Wednesday spoke to a top member of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) days after the pontiff made an intriguing but puzzling comment about the Vatican being involved in a mission to try to end the war in Ukraine. Reuters · May 3, 2023
Pope urges Hungarians to be open towards migrants Pope Francis on Sunday called on Hungarians to be open toward migrants as he wrapped up a three-day visit to the country. Radio France Internationale · Apr 30, 2023
Don’t Shut Door on Foreigners, Migrants, Pope Francis Says in Hungary Pope Francis on Sunday presided over a big outdoor Mass where he urged Hungarians not to close the door on migrants and those who are "foreign or unlike us," in contrast to the anti-immigrant policies of nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban. More than 50,000 people gathered in and around the… Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 30, 2023
Don't shut door on foreigners, migrants, Pope Francis says in Hungary Pope Francis on Sunday presided over a big outdoor Mass where he urged Hungarians not to close the door on migrants and those who are "foreign or unlike us," in contrast to the anti-immigrant policies of nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Reuters · Apr 30, 2023
Pope on the banks of the Danube in final Mass in Hungary Tens of thousands of Hungarians have filled Budapest’s main square for Pope Francis’ final Mass in Hungary The Independent UK · Apr 30, 2023
Pope calls on Hungary to show charity to all after meeting with refugees Pope Francis thanked Hungarians on Saturday for welcoming Ukrainian refugees and urged them to help anyone in need, as he begged for a culture of charity in a country where the prime minister has justified firm anti-immigration policies with fears that migration threatens Europe’s Christian culture. France 24 · Apr 29, 2023
Pope meets refugees, urges Hungary to show charity to all The pontiff thanks Hungarians for hosting Ukrainian refugees. Al Jazeera · Apr 29, 2023
Pope warns against indifference BUDAPEST: Pope Francis warned on Saturday against indifference while thanking Hungary for taking in Ukrainians despite the anti-refugee policies of nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Bangkok Post · Apr 29, 2023
Pope visits refugees, urges Hungary to show charity to all Pope Francis has thanked Hungarians for welcoming Ukrainian refugees and urged them to help anyone in need The Independent UK · Apr 29, 2023
The New Daily · Apr 28, 2023 ‘Weeds never die’: On-form Pope issues tough warning The Pope has urged a return to the "European spirit" envisioned by the founders of modern Europe after World War II as he visits Hungary.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 28, 2023 Pope's visit to Hungary overshadowed by conflict in Ukraine Roman Catholic leader Pope Francis arrived in Hungary on Friday for a three-day visit that's likely to be dominated by the war in Ukraine and his meeting with nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban, whose views often run counter to his own.
Evening Standard · Apr 28, 2023 Pope Francis arrives in Hungary with peace message Pope Francis arrived in Hungary on Friday morning for a three day visit amid controversy over the country’s position on Ukraine and the tough anti-migrant stance of Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Reuters · Apr 28, 2023 Pope, in Hungary, warns of rising nationalism in Europe, appeals for accepting migrants Pope Francis, starting a trip to Hungary, on Friday pointedly warned of the dangers of rising nationalism in Europe and told the Budapest government that accepting migrants along with the rest of the continent would be a true sign of Christianity.
The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2023 Amid Ukraine war, pope to give vision for Europe in Hungary Pope Francis will be outlining his vision for the future of Europe during a three-day visit to Hungary
Reuters · Apr 26, 2023 Hungary's call for Ukraine ceasefire "cynical", U.S. envoy says The Hungarian government's call for a ceasefire in neighbouring Ukraine is "cynical" given large swathes of the country are occupied by invading Russian forces, the U.S. Ambassador to Budapest David Pressman said on Wednesday.
The Independent UK · Apr 26, 2023 Pope to visit Hungary amid diverging views on war, migrants Pope Francis’ spiritual priorities will be on display during a trip to Hungary this week
Reuters · Apr 25, 2023 Ukraine, migration, to top agenda as Pope Francis visits Hungary Pope Francis leaves on Friday on a three-day trip to Hungary, where the war in Ukraine, migration and Europe's Christian roots are expected to top the agenda in his public addresses and private talks with nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
The Independent UK · Apr 22, 2023 Serbian, Hungarian leaders attend military display in Serbia The populist leaders of Serbia and Hungary are observing a Serbian military exercise
Al Jazeera · Apr 21, 2023 ‘What?!’: Orban tweets frustration as NATO makes Ukraine promises Hungary’s outspoken populist leader takes to Twitter after Stoltenberg pledged Ukraine’s eventual membership.
Reuters · Apr 20, 2023 Hungary's Christian LGBT community hopes Pope visit will heal social wounds Hungary's Christian LGBT community hopes a visit by Pope Francis to Budapest next week can help heal wounds in a deeply divided society amid an intensifying anti-LGBT campaign by the country's deeply conservative government.