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Tensions Escalate Between U.S. and Hungary after Address by U.S. Ambassador

D&T
Mar 15, 2024

In a forthright address, U.S. Ambassador David Pressman sharply criticized Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for actions he described as detrimental to the trust between the United States and Hungary. The Ambassador's speech, delivered in Budapest, marked a significant moment in the increasingly strained relations between the two nations, accusing the Hungarian government of corruption, […]

New Hungarian President Inaugurated

D&T
Mar 10, 2024

Dr. Tamás Sulyok, the new Hungarian President of the Republic, was inaugurated this Sunday afternoon in a ceremony held in front of the Sándor Palace, the residence of the President in the Buda Castle.   "To serve the country and the nation is the greatest honor," President Tamás Sulyok declared in his inaugural speech. "Law is […]

Hungary Opposed to Rutte Becoming Head of NATO

D&T
Mar 8, 2024

Hungary has openly declared its opposition to Mark Rutte, the outgoing Prime Minister of the Netherlands, becoming NATO's next secretary-general. The announcement was made by Hungary's Foreign Minister, Péter Szijjártó, during a press conference, marking a significant divergence from the support Rutte has garnered from NATO's most influential members. Rutte's candidacy, despite enjoying backing from […]

Hungarian Parliament Elects a New President of the Republic

D&T
Feb 26, 2024

Tamás Sulyok was elected President of the Republic by the governing majority of Hungarian Parliament on Monday. The new head of state said he wants to build trust through mutual listening and understanding free of prejudice. The Constitutional Court president, who was the only candidate for the post, received 134 votes in favor in a […]

Hungary Pledges to Approve Sweden's NATO Bid in February Amid Diplomatic Tensions

D&T
Feb 23, 2024

Hungary, the final NATO member yet to endorse Sweden's entry into the world’s largest military alliance, has signaled readiness to greenlight the Nordic nation's bid this month. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, in a state-of-the-nation address in Budapest, hinted at a resolution to the standoff, marking a potential end to months of diplomatic deadlock. "Our disagreements […]

Hungarian President of the Republic Resigns

D&T
Feb 10, 2024

Hungarian President Katalin Novák announced her resignation in a speech aired on television Sunday evening. The move comes after her decision to pardon a man last year who had been convicted of concealing a string of child sexual abuses in a state-run children’s home. "In April last year, I decided in favor of granting pardon […]

EU Challenges Hungary's Controversial Sovereignty Law

D&T
Feb 9, 2024

The European Commission has initiated legal proceedings against Hungary's newly passed "sovereignty law," underscoring the ongoing tensions between Brussels and Budaőest. The legislation, ratified by the Hungarian parliament in December, has sparked controversy for its potential to infringe upon fundamental democratic principles and rights. The contentious law introduces the "Office for the Defence of Sovereignty," […]

Hungary faces international pressure to approve Sweden’s NATO bid

D&T
Jan 26, 2024

Hungary stands at a crossroads, facing mounting international pressure to cast the decisive vote for Sweden's NATO membership. Despite the urging from both sides of the Atlantic, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's inner circle, including László Kövér, Speaker of the Hungarian Parliament, shows no signs of haste. International pressure is mounting on Hungary to cast the […]

European Parliament seeks to limit Hungary's voting rights

D&T
Jan 19, 2024

In a decisive move aimed at safeguarding the core values of the European Union, more than 100 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) have embarked on a journey to curb Hungary's voting rights within the bloc. Spearheading this endeavor is a collective effort to exert pressure on Hungarian leader Viktor Orbán, who has increasingly come […]

Hungary  signals it may support EU aid package for Ukraine

D&T
Jan 12, 2024

After wielding its veto power at an EU summit in December to stop the proposed €50-billion fund for Ukraine, known as the Ukraine Facility, Hungary suspended a vital life-line for the war-torn country. As the EU searches for ways to revive negotiations on the package, Hungary signaled it may throw its support behind the initiative […]

Hungary's soaring budget deficit paints gloomy fiscal landscape

D&T
Jan 5, 2024

As we usher in the new year, Hungary finds itself at the crossroads of fiscal challenges and economic resilience, with the government acknowledging a significant overshooting of its budget deficit estimate for 2023. The implications of this unexpected development reverberate beyond national borders, impacting investor confidence and raising questions about the credibility of Hungary's fiscal […]

Orbán and Zelensky bilateral talks on the horizon

D&T
Dec 29, 2023

In a potentially groundbreaking move, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has accepted an invitation from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a future bilateral meeting. This would mark a significant development in their strained relationship since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Announcing the acceptance during an annual international news conference in Budapest, Orbán revealed […]

Hungary's premier throws veto at much-needed EU aid for Ukraine

D&T
Dec 22, 2023

Hungary has unexpectedly vetoed a €50 billion EU aid package earmarked for Ukraine, dealing a significant blow to Kyiv's ongoing struggle against Russian aggression. The move follows Hungary's earlier threat to veto accession negotiations with Ukraine. "Summary of the night shift: veto for the extra money to Ukraine," remarked Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after […]

EU unblocks frozen funds for Hungary amidst diplomatic tensions

D&T
Dec 15, 2023

In a last-minute move, the European Commission has unfrozen €10.2 billion in EU cohesion funds allocated for Hungary just a day before European leaders convene to discuss new aid to Ukraine and the commencement of accession negotiations for Kyiv. Ukraine’s acceptance into the bloc is a matter vehemently opposed by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. […]

Hungary's Orbán throws wrench in EU-Ukraine accession talks

D&T
Dec 8, 2023

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán vehemently opposed the inclusion of Ukraine's accession talks in the upcoming European Council summit on December 14-15, potentially derailing a decision that could shape Ukraine's European future. Orbán's objections introduce an element of uncertainty to Ukraine's aspirations and the broader dynamics of EU decision-making. Hungarian premier Viktor Orbán took to […]

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