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Orbans calls for his supporters to 'occupy Brussels'

In a speech commemorating Hungary's March 15 national holiday, Orbán proclaimed his readiness to march on Brussels and the European Union.

Tens of thousands protest following Hungarian president's resignation

Hungarian influencers organized a gathering of over 50,000 protestors in Budapest last Friday following a child sexual abuse case.

Leaders of Estonia, Luxembourg criticise Orban over meeting with Putin

Orban defended the meeting, stating it was necessary to maintain communication for the sake of peace, adding he was proud of his strategy.

80,000 people protest in Budapest to support teachers

It was the largest protest since 2014 when Hungarians took to the streets against Internet tax.

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.

Protesters call for government to resign over Pegasus spyware scandal

Around 1,000 demonstrators gathered in Budapest against the alleged use of powerful spyware to monitor the phones of journalists and politicians. This week's InsightHungary newsletter.

Hungary joins European Union in condemning Belarus for forced grounding of airliner

Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said he was "pleased that the European Union has finally acted swiftly, decisively, and with sufficient vigor and unity." 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.

"We want peace" - Roma demonstrators lead protest for judicial independence

The coronavirus spreads, police investigate a TikTok video, Budapest takes over financing of four theatres, and other stories from this week.