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Orban: The Christmas ceasefire is a simple but humane proposal

The Ukrainian foreign ministry commented asked the Hungarian side to stop its "immoral manipulations and using peace and Christmas as an excuse".

US-Hungarian relations to enter a 'golden age', Orban's foreign minister says

According to Szijjarto, we have to face a completely new reality, which his EU colleagues are "not ready to accept".

Orban congratulates Trump on election victory

"The biggest comeback in U.S. political history! Congratulations to President Donald Trump on his enormous win. A much-needed victory for the World!, " the Hungarian leader posted on X.

Orban wishes best of luck to Trump ahead elections

Just got off the phone with President Donald Trump. I wished him the best of luck for next Tuesday. Only five days to go. Fingers crossed," the Hungarian Prime Minister wrote.

Hungarian government-linked organization spends millions to sway US public opinion

Danube Institute, an Orban adjacent think tank in Budapest has paid more than $1.64 million to its foreign partners over the past three years.

Trump quotes Orban during presidential debate

"He said the most respected, most feared person is Donald Trump," replied the former US President when Kamala Harris stated that world leaders are laughing at him.

Walz calls Orban a dictator on Fox News

In contrast, Donald Trump’s running mate JD Vance, has previously praised Orbán and his government’s policies.

Trump quotes Orban in his latest speech

According to the former US president, Orban said, “Russia was afraid of him. China was afraid of him. The whole world was at peace.”

Charles Michel debunks Orbán's claims

Charles Michael responded to Orban's letter, saying: "Without Ukraine, we cannot talk about Ukraine."

Orban visits Trump in Mar-a-Lago, snubs Biden after NATO summit

Orban did not request a bilateral meeting with Biden, but flew to Florida to meet Trump.

Orban chooses Trump campaign slogan for EU presidency

"Make America Great Again", with a bit of modification: Make Europe Great Again.

Orbán calls Trump "president of peace" after Florida meeting

Orbán reaffirmed his backing for Trump's potential re-election bid in November, underscoring the significance of American voters' decision-making process.

Orbán to visit Trump in Florida

There are concerns that Orbán might use his connection with the twice-impeached, former US President to push narratives aligning with Russian interests.

Orbán calls Ukraine war a 'military operation' during annual press conference

“There was no declaration of war between the two countries. When Russia declares war, there will be war,” the Hungarian leader explained to journalists.

Trump thanks Viktor Orban for endorsing him for president

Viktor Orbán urged Americans. to “call back Trump,” in an interview with former Fox News host, Tucker Carlson.

European Commission: Hungary has not progressed enough in strengthening the rule of law

The Commission has made a long list of new recommendations, the implementation of which will be assessed in next year's report.

Former US ambassador urges Trump campaign to hire Orban's spin doctor

The former US president's team has no plans to hire Orban's spin doctor.

"We will absolutely win," Trump tells CPAC Hungary crowd

Trump praised far-right Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, and called him a “tremendous man, a tremendous leader".

Viktor Orbán is looking for Donald Trump on Twitter

U.S. Ambassador to Hungary replied to Orban, saying: “While you look around for your friend, perhaps another friend to follow: the President of the United States… but as the Hungarian media might say: no pressure.”

Hungary's pro-government media spins alternative reality in reactions to storming of US Capitol

"Biden's presidency," antifa, Black Lives Matter and internal conspiracy are among the culprits identified by Hungary's right-wing media. This week's InsightHungary newsletter.

Hungary's Foreign Minister attacks Joe Biden, accusing him of corruption

Foreign Minister Szijjártó demanded Biden respond to corruption allegations involving his son's business dealings in Ukraine. This week's InsightHungary newsletter.

Orbán: no broad restrictions planned, "the country must function"

The Prime Minister said Hungarians don't want the country to shut down as it did during the coronavirus' first wave. Also this week: EU countries impose restrictions on travelers from Hungary, US Ambassador David Cornstein resigns, and Foreign Minister Szijjártó says Trump deserves the Nobel Prize.

Hungary's second coronavirus wave breaks spring records

Active coronavirus cases are nearly triple the highest total from the first wave in spring as the disease spreads throughout the country. This week's InsightHungary newsletter.

Fidesz supporters hold "anti-racist" protest in Budapest

Around 2,000 people gathered in the 7th District to oppose anti-white racism and anti-Christian bigotry.