Hungarian politics
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Viktor Orbán joins Twitter, asks ‘Where is my good friend, Donald Trump?’
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Poland calls von der Leyen’s ‘the tools’ comment ‘scandalous’
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EU gives Hungary an off-ramp on democratic norms
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Commission proposes €7.5B funding cut for Hungary but opens compromise path
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Orbán gets warm US reception after ‘mixed race’ speech blowback
Von der Leyen condemns Orbán’s ‘mixed-race’ speech
Remarks are European Commission president’s first comments on controversial address by Hungarian leader.
‘Nazi’ talk: Orbán adviser trashes ‘mixed race’ speech in dramatic exit
The Hungarian prime minister is embroiled in a rare war of words with a close ally warning that Orbán’s ‘openly racist’ remarks must be stopped.
Still a big noise: Orbán flexes power over EU oil ban
Despite tension over Russia and clashes over rule of law, Hungarian PM reminds Europe it can’t get much done without him.
Hungary ‘outraged’ by Kyiv’s claim it was warned by Russia of Ukraine invasion
Security official says Budapest was tipped off by Moscow — a claim strenuously denied by Hungary.
Macron 2.0 — Brussels vs. Budapest — Climate changes Spanish politics
We take the long view on the success of Emmanuel Macron and the rise of Marine Le Pen, unpack an EU move that could cut funds to …
Brussels targets Hungary’s EU cash, escalating rule-of-law scrap
The historic step sends a warning to other countries. The outcome will help determine how that warning is received.
EU launches process to slash Hungary’s funds over rule-of-law breaches
Hungary is the first country to face proceedings under the new power.
Hungarian election wasn’t a fair fight, observers say
Media bias and murky campaign finance rules favored Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s government, according to international experts.
Orbán win sets stage for more EU battles on democracy and Russia
Bloc braces for more turbulence after Hungarian PM’s landslide election victory.
Hungarian PM Orbán set for fourth straight term with big election win
Populist leader who has cultivated ties to Putin cast himself as guardian of stability amid war in Ukraine.
Now is not the time for change, says Orbán in final election rally
Hungarian prime minister says the choice facing the electorate on Sunday is ‘war or peace.’
Hungarian opposition’s ‘forced marriage’ to unseat Viktor Orbán
Ahead of Sunday’s vote, the opposition has raised concerns about the fairness of Hungary’s electoral system.
Brussels after Biden — Hungarian election — World Food Programme boss
We recap Joe Biden’s visit to Brussels for a series of summits focused on the war in Ukraine and get you up to speed on Hungary’s election …
Despite Putin ties, Hungarian PM Orbán leads election field
Veteran leader has been called out by Ukrainian president ahead of Sunday’s vote.
War in Ukraine envelops EU rule-of-law fight at home
Officials insist work hasn’t stopped, but fears are mounting that the EU will prioritize wartime unity over policing democratic standards.
Hungary has become the EU home of Kremlin talking points
Viktor Orbán has publicly condemned Russia’s war and backed EU sanctions. The story from pro-Orbán media in Hungary is very different.
Hungary refuses to allow weapons transit to Ukraine
Budapest says it will deliver humanitarian assistance.
The EU got its legal OK to cut funds. Now what?
We answer all your questions. When can the EU slash funds? Who could lose money? Over what? When will we see action?
EU power to slash funds will face fresh fights after court verdict
Brussels is being pressured to cut payments to Hungary and Poland over democratic backsliding concerns.