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Thousands protest in Budapest over child abuse case
The protest was organised by the opposition Tisza party after videos emerged about an institution on Szőlő Street, showing its former acting director brutally assaulting children.
Debate continues over whether Hungary could survive without Russian oil: MOL turns to the European Commission
The Hungarian government says that without Russia, it would be impossible to supply the country's energy needs.
European Commission launches investigation into Hungarian spy network
Orban's intelligence services attempted to recruit Hungarian nationals working inside EU institutions
EU set to unlock €550m for Hungary to secure Russian sanctions
EU member states' ambassadors discussed the sanctions package proposed by the Commission, which would ban Russian LNG imports.
26 MEPs call on European Commission to cut off funds to Hungary
MEPs argue that, rather than addressing previous concerns, Orbán’s government has further regressed since the EU first withheld €18 billion in funds in 2022 over corruption and rule-of-law concerns
Xi Jinping to visit Budapest in May
The visit showcases Hungary's diplomatic ambition of connecting the East and the West.
EP to take European Commission to court over Hungary funds
Daniel Freund says there is a well-founded suspicion that Ursula von der Leyen has "bought Hungary's agreement to start accession negotiations with Ukraine."
EU unblocks €10bn in funds for Hungary
The EU had previously frozen billions of euros in funds for Hungary, citing concerns related to human rights and the rule of law.
EU was wrong to appoint von der Leyen as Commission President, Hungarian FM says
Szijjarto says "Europe has been very badly off with her presidency."
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.
EU Commissioner: Long way to go for Hungary to receive EU funds
The Austrian politician called the setting up the Integrity Authority a step forward but said the Hungarian government had not yet met the conditions.
Hungary's new law enables to report rainbow families to authorities
According to the new law, citizens are allowed to report those who contest the “constitutionally recognized role of marriage and the family” and those who contest children’s rights “to an identity appropriate to their sex at birth.”
Orban aims to make Hungary a 'regional middle power'
The Hungarian Prime Minister says Hungary should aim to foster as many connections with the world as possible, whether that be through trade, infrastructure, investment, or public diplomacy.
Students protest across Budapest to support teachers' strike
Thousands of students formed miles-long human chains on Wednesday and Thursday in support of their teachers fighting for higher wages and better working conditions.
Orban declares state of emergency
The Hungarian PM said that the war next door poses a constant threat to Hungary and it is putting the Hungarian people’s “physical security at risk”, and “threatens the energy and financial security of the economy and families.”