The European Commission has raised alarm bells over Hungary's state construction investment law as the legislation might clash with regulations on public procurement, conflicts of interest, and the handling of EU funds. Critics point to the government's opaque exemptions for certain projects and unauthorized adjustments to property ownership rights, triggering a potential freeze on EU […]
Péter Magyar, a former political insider of the Hungarian government, has triggered a political scandal with the release of an explosive audio recording. The recording, which Magyar claims features the voice of his ex-wife and former Justice Minister, Judit Varga, details an alleged conspiracy among top officials to erase evidence of corruption from court records. […]
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, […]
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 […]
György Matolcsy, the Governor of the National Bank of Hungary, has vehemently criticized the government's latest proposal, which he perceives as a direct assault on the institution's independence. This latest clash deepens the rift between Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s administration and the country’s chief banker. During an event at the Budapest Stock Exchange, Matolcsy articulated […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
