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Péter Magyar has emerged as a significant political challenger, reportedly winning over loyal Viktor Orbán voters and signaling a potential shift in Hungarian politics. This development is seen by some as a 'defeat' for Orbán and has implications for the broader European far-right landscape.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has accepted full responsibility for his party's recent election defeat, stating he was surprised by the outcome. He indicated that a complete renewal is needed, suggesting a political era has ended.
Hungarian opposition figure Péter Magyar has called for the resignation of the pro-Orbán president and vowed to reform state media. He also held his first call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, pledging to maintain close diplomatic ties.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to and held their first direct negotiations in decades, with talks facilitated by the United States. An Israeli envoy described the discussions as an excellent exchange of views.
Peter Magyar, leader of the Tisza Party, declared victory in the Hungarian elections, promising accountability and reconciliation. His win was celebrated by thousands in Budapest and drew congratulations from European leaders and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.
Useimmat mielipidetiedustelut lupaavat pääministeri Viktor Orbánille selvää vaalitappiota tämän päivän vaaleissa. Silti tulos on kaikkea muuta kuin selvä.
Hungary's upcoming elections are viewed as a test of Viktor Orbán's economic strategies. While his policies led to positive economic growth until 2022, the economy has since stalled. Historically, winning elections in Hungary has been associated with substantial economic expenditure, which has strained the national budget. A CNN report highlights the 'Orbán economy' by examining a 500 million forint roundabout project. It explains how EU funds contributed to the establishment of the NER system, even as Orbán adopted an anti-EU stance, resulting in a decline in some of his support.
A miniszterelnök Rónai Egonnak adott interjút, amelyben szóba kerültek a lehallgatott telefonbeszélgetések, a csádi misszió is, de Magyar Péter nevét továbbra sem volt hajlandó kimondani Orbán Viktor.
A választási kampány a szoros verseny miatt a végletekig polarizálódott – ez a tömeges plakátrongálásokban is tetten érhető volt.
Hungarian billionaire Wáberer stated that a system change is necessary, criticizing the country for consistently opposing 26-27 other nations, with Viktor Orbán's support for George Simion in the Romanian presidential election being the final straw.
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Why will the Hungarian elections have deep consequences?
Serbian authorities discovered explosives near the gas pipeline connecting Serbia and Hungary, leading Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to convene an emergency defense council. Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić confirmed the discovery of two large packages of explosives.
Articles analyze Viktor Orbán's 16-year tenure, describing how his government has profoundly transformed Hungary, from controlling media to shaping the economy, and bringing Hungarian democracy to a critical point.
László Toroczkai announced that his Mi Hazánk party will not withdraw its candidates nor form coalitions with Fidesz or Tisza, instead aiming to be the "balance of power" and make life difficult for Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar.
Péter Hajdú conducted an interview with Viktor Orbán, questioning why Matolcsy is not in prison and promising to also ask about Captain Bence Szabó.
A recent Telegraph analysis suggests Viktor Orbán is on the verge of collapse, with Péter Magyar potentially surprising the EU, building on earlier surveys that shed light on public perceptions of both Hungarian political figures regarding issues like corruption and national defense.
Polls conducted for the Tisza Party weeks before the election indicate their candidate has taken the lead in several previously strong Fidesz districts, with tight races expected in Baja and Cegléd.
The European Union is reportedly preparing contingency plans, including potential activation of Article 7, financial pressure, and voting rights removal, to address Hungary if Viktor Orbán remains in power, following earlier warnings about the EU's 'hour of truth' in such a scenario.
An RTL reporter was reportedly pushed at Viktor Orbán's forum in Pécel, where a group in black clothes also tackled a counter-protester without police intervention.
Győr's opposition mayor has questioned Interior Minister Sándor Pintér about police inaction against 'black-jacketed thugs' at Viktor Orbán's recent campaign event, following Tisza Party leader Péter Magyar's claims of a government plot against his party and provocateurs at the rally.
Hungary's Supreme Court (Kúria) has ruled that Prime Minister Viktor Orbán campaigned unlawfully by featuring a young child in one of his campaign videos.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has increasingly adopted a communication style where he presents state benefits as if they were his personal funds and attributes successful policies to himself.
Hungarian writer György Dragomán expressed his respect for Captain Bence Szabó and anonymous IT specialists after watching a Direkt36 video, stating that they are living in the 'darkest political noir-spy novel-technothriller reality' in response to allegations against the Tisza Party.
A párt vezető politikusa szerint hiba volt, hogy Orbán kihagyta őket a budapesti szuverenista dzsemboriból, de ha kormányra kerülnek, kénytelen lesz együttműködni velük.
A new book has been published featuring letters written to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, with his former chief of staff stating at the book launch that Orbán is a very sensitive person.
During Viktor Orbán's rally in Nagykanizsa, individuals in black coats reportedly snatched signs from counter-protesters and questioned journalists photographing the events.
The mayor of Győr, Pintér Bence, believes something is being prepared in his city, likely referring to Viktor Orbán's Friday rally, which he suggests is intended as a "campaign-turning event" and advises against.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has ordered an investigation into reports alleging that Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó provided confidential EU information to Russia, which Szijjártó denies, following a Washington Post report on the matter.
Slovenian parliamentary elections have concluded with Robert Golob's Freedom Movement narrowly defeating Janez Janša's party, an ally of Viktor Orbán. President Nataša Pirc Musar has congratulated the winner and urged all parties to begin coalition negotiations promptly, as the real race for power is just beginning.
A Russian botnet, previously known for spreading false videos about the Hungarian-Ukrainian situation, is now disseminating fake news about an assassination attempt on Viktor Orbán, while also inciting against Ukrainians.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán boasted about higher attendance at his Miskolc political rally compared to Péter Magyar's Csorna rally, though the article notes he omitted key details in his comparison.
A report, supported by findings from The Washington Post, indicates that Russian intelligence, specifically the SVR, proposed staging an assassination attempt on Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to boost his popularity ahead of upcoming elections, a claim previously dismissed by Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjártó.
A miniszterelnök azt is közölte, terrorszervezetnek nyilvánítják azt a csoportot, ami felelőssé tehető a pardubicei fegyvergyárban történtekért.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has broken ranks with most EU leaders by expressing understanding for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who has blocked a €90 billion loan to Ukraine.
A miniszterelnök a Fidelitashoz köthető fiatalok által kifeszített zászló kérdésével nem foglalkozik, mert szerint a Tisza Párt képviselői „otthon vagy nyilvánosan” úgyis ukrán zászlót lengetnek.
Hungary's Chief Prosecutor has stated there is no information indicating a connection between Péter Pál Juhász, a former reformatory director, and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, addressing allegations that Juhász used a supposed close relationship with the PM to avoid punishment.
Közzétette kampánykörútja következő állomásait a miniszterelnök.
A Tisza Párt elnöke Tolnán arról beszélt, hogy 15-16 éves gyerekek mögé bújva akarták lejáratni őket, de azt is elbukták a Fidelitas miatt. Pakson kiállt a jelöltjük, Cseh Tamás mellett.
Ervin Nagy, the Tisza Party's candidate in Dunaújváros, sent a message to Viktor Orbán ahead of the Prime Minister's visit, listing several topics that locals might want to inquire about.
Reports indicate that Germany does not want Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to blackmail Berlin and the European Union, as a decision looms this weekend in Brussels on whether he will continue to block a €90 billion loan for Ukraine.
Mobilization is key to every election campaign, but the Fidesz professional machinery seems to be faltering now.
A fideszes képviselő nem hagyta szó nélkül a helyi kolbásztöltő fesztiválon történteket.
Viktor Orbán continues to fill town squares for his speeches, but his confident dominance has shifted to a defiant rearguard action. This report covers the first stop of his election campaign tour in Kaposvár.
A 16 éve kormányzó Orbán Viktor újraválasztásáért küzd, a közvélemény-kutatásokban azonban az orosz hírszerzés támogatása ellenére lemarad, az ellenzék korrupcióval vádolja, az EU pedig küzd a…
Likus keturioms savaitėms iki parlamento rinkimų Vengrijoje, dešimtys tūkstančių ministro pirmininko Viktoro Orbano šalininkų sekmadienį Budapešte surengė demonstraciją.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has published the details of his upcoming country tour, outlining where and when he can be personally met next week.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán shared his views on the war in Ukraine and the European Union's allegedly flawed strategy in the German newspaper Die Welt. He expressed concern for European citizens, stating that supporting a country like Ukraine in this manner was not previously part of European culture.
A mezőgazdasági munkákhoz már drónokat is használnak, de Orbán Viktor a kritikus energetikai infrastruktúra védelme miatt elrendelte a tiltást a keleti megyében.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán reacted strongly after Nicu Ștefănuță, the Romanian Vice-President of the European Parliament, encouraged Hungarian voters to replace the Fidesz government.
An Austrian child welfare agency has removed a Hungarian grandmother's grandchild, citing psychological problems, though the family claims the issues stem from language difficulties.
A kegyelmi botrányt kirobbantó jogász szerint Orbán Viktor nem a megoldás, hanem a probléma.
A Kaposváron kívül kizárólag kistelepüléseket magába foglaló somogyi 1. számú választókerület akár még meglepetést is okozhat a hagyományosan erős fideszes megyében, noha a zselici falvakat járva…
John Kampner brit író-újságíró, a lap rendszeres szerzője az áprilisi választás esélyeit latolgatva arra jut, hogy a populista magyar kormányfő megbukhat, de bizonyosan nem számolják ki.
Lázár János Orbán Viktorral tart közösen Lázárinfót a 12. háborúellenes DPK gyűlésen - cikkünk frissül.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó has responded to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's message to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, calling it 'beyond all limits' that Zelenskyy 'fatally threatened' Orbán.
Az ukrán elnök egyértelmű utalást tett a 90 milliárdos kölcsönt gátoló Orbán Viktorra, aki csütörtökön arról beszélt, erővel fogják kényszeríteni az ukránokat az olajszállítás újraindítására.
Orbán Viktor Rónai Egonnak mondta el, hogy Donald Trump nem fogadta meg a Közel-Kelettel kapcsolatos tanácsát.
A new documentary by László Péter, titled 'Babák a Szőlő utcai javítóintézetben', reveals details about abuses at the Szőlő street reformatory and systemic prostitution in Hungarian children's homes.
A gödi környezetszennyezési botrány még sokba kerülhet Orbán Viktornak. Khamenei meggyilkolása után mindannyian Trump új világrendjében élünk.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán reportedly linked the conflict in Iran to the war in Ukraine, while other European leaders expressed concern about escalation.
Global reaction to Israeli, US attacks on Iran The Straits Times
The 4iG company announced that it canceled an event in Győr, which the mayor had invited Viktor Orbán to, and will instead hold the event in Budapest.
Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán announced the formation of a joint Hungarian-Slovak investigative committee to clarify the condition of the Friendship oil pipeline, urging Ukraine to allow the committee entry.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has recently adopted a 'gastronomy influencer' persona, seemingly as a campaign tactic to connect with voters through food.
András Bíró-Nagy, director of Policy Solutions, suggests that if even half of the Medián poll results are true, Fidesz's campaign is in trouble, attributing it to Orbán Viktor's strategic error in not compromising with the EU.
Hungarian politician Peter Magyar announced that Russian oil flow to Hungary and Slovakia via the Druzhba pipeline is expected to resume next week. This statement comes amidst broader political discussions and accusations within Hungary.
Hungarian opposition figure Péter Magyar publicly criticized the state broadcaster during an interview, accusing it of "lying news" and threatening to shut down its services. This extraordinary confrontation marks a significant challenge to the media landscape.
A Hungarian opinion piece by Bencsik András claims that right-wing pollsters deliberately misled Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, leading to his immense anger towards them.
Tisza party leader Péter Magyar defeated Viktor Orbán in Hungary's parliamentary election, ending the prime minister's 16-year rule. International leaders celebrated the result while the Kremlin signaled hopes for continued pragmatic ties with Budapest.
The article discusses the relationship between Serbian President Vučić and Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán, and how Vučić's support for Orbán might be waning due to political pressures within the EU.
From the dawn to the seizure of power in 2010. Up to the authoritarian turn with the assault on the judicial system and freedom-killing laws.
Hungarian singer and influencer Gabi Tóth offered extensive commentary on contemporary Hungarian pop music, the country's current state, and her personal journey.
Orbán Viktor megkapta azt a nagy nemzetközi figyelmet, amire mindig vágyott. Washingtontól Moszkváig követik a szövetségesei, hogy bukik-e a rendszere, mert ez minden autoriter, illiberális,…
Budanov stated that attacks on Russian oil terminals are affecting the negotiations and strengthening Ukraine's position.
Ungurii vor decide duminică dacă vor înlătura guvernul Viktor Orbán, după 16 ani la putere, într-un scrutin urmărit atent în UE, la Washington și la Moscova.
Viktor Orbán mal podľa Bloombergu v telefonáte nazvať Vladimira Putina priateľom a ponúknuť mu summity v Budapešti. Hovor sa mal týkať vojny na Ukrajine.
A Tisza Párt elnöke szerint Orbán Viktor újra elővette a félelemkártyát a Török Áramlat elleni állítólagos merényletkísérlettel, és harmadosztályú operett-előadásnak nevezte a látottakat.
International media outlets are examining the Hungarian election landscape, assessing the strengths and weaknesses of Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar. With days until the April 12 legislative elections, the mood suggests a challenge to Orbán's 16-year rule, with pro-European challenger Péter Magyar reportedly leading in the polls.
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance is scheduled to visit Budapest to show support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ahead of the upcoming elections on April 12.
Péter Magyar has reportedly achieved nearly the same level of recognition as Viktor Orbán in Hungary within two years, with more people expressing a desire to see him as a leader.
A preview has been released for a television program featuring Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Péter Hajdú, where Orbán discusses topics like "G-day" and the Matolcsy clan from his Felcsút home.
A hírügynökség szerint az amerikai elnök támogatása viszont önmagában kevés lesz ahhoz, hogy Orbán Viktor nyerjen.
The mayor of Szolnok, Mihály Györfi, has assured that no peaceful person will be tackled at Viktor Orbán's event in the city, following coordination with police who promised to guarantee order and freedom of expression.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has brought numerous newspapers and broadcasters in line, but his control over the media could still pose challenges ahead of the upcoming elections.
Tényleg mindent bevet a Fidesz a kampányban, most újabb miniszterelnöki bulvárszereplés következik.
During Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's campaign stop in Győr, counter-protesters were reportedly removed and confronted by Fidesz supporters and security personnel, with one person allegedly spat on.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, in an interview, described himself as a "village guy from Felcsút who becomes a street fighter in the city," also commenting on his handshake with Péter Magyar in the European Parliament.
Miért nem tudja, hogy kilépne-e az EU-ból? Miért nem álmodik arról, hogy Magyar Péterrel és Orbán Viktorral egy helyiségben izzasszák egymást? Összefoglaló a szerdai Toroczkai-interjúból.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán held a campaign rally in Esztergom, addressing young supporters while counter-protesters were removed from the event.
Péter Magyar has sent a message to Tamás Sulyok and Viktor Orbán regarding a secret operation uncovered by Direkt36, urging the chief prosecutor to initiate proceedings, stating that the revelations go beyond all limits.
Hungarian politician János Lázár was publicly asked if he had 'chosen his favorite prison yet,' with the questioner inquiring about his future after a potential regime change and whether he would face imprisonment after Orbán Viktor and Szijjártó Péter.
Péter Magyar claims Viktor Orbán scored an own goal by accusing the Tisza Party of knowing about Szijjártó's wiretapping, while Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó has confirmed that leaked phone calls revealed his negotiations with the Kremlin in 2020 regarding a meeting for then-Slovak Prime Minister Peter Pellegrini.
Viktor Orbán's campaign rallies have developed a distinct pattern, with whistling and shouting counter-protesters attempting to drown out his speeches, often met by a coordinated group of pro-government counter-chanters.
Mi Hazánk president László Toroczkai stated that Meta's censorship significantly hinders his party, adding that after praising Péter Magyar, he would also praise Viktor Orbán.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán visited Hódmezővásárhely, hoping to regain support for his party, but was met with a mixed reception and protests from citizens.
An analysis explores how Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has managed to establish a broad network and elevate his small country to an international player.
Hungarian government media outlet Borsod Online interviewed the son of a local Fidesz representative, presenting him as an ordinary citizen expressing support for Viktor Orbán without disclosing his political connections.
The Washington Post reports that Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) allegedly considered staging an assassination attempt on Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to boost his approval ratings ahead of elections, a claim the Kremlin has dismissed as disinformation.
Ötödik alkalommal rendezték meg szombaton az amerikai konzervatívok konferenciáját Budapesten.
Ha vicces is, hogy Orbán Viktor megkereszteli Baby Yodát az Európai Parlamentben, tragikus is, hiszen a Fidesz migránspolitikája ihlette, ha pedig kisded Ungár Pétert szoptató szűzként ábrázolja…
The local Fidesz organization in Székesfehérvár confirmed it paid for buses to transport people to Viktor Orbán's rally in Dunaújváros, stating their operations are funded by membership fees and official contributions.
The actor broke down on Hungary's Favorite Morning Show.
Senki nem akar beszállni az iráni háborúba, Lackfi János Kossuth-díja körül balhé van, kutatók szerint háromszor annyian hallgatták március 15-én Magyar Pétert, mint Orbán Viktort.
Tisza candidate Zsolt Judák apologized for an inappropriate joke made on stage, which party leader Péter Magyar immediately corrected, stating that the remark only provided ammunition for opposing media outlets.
Pénteken tart fórumot a Márki-Zay Péter által vezetett városban a miniszterelnök.
International newspapers describe Viktor Orbán as a 'tired tyrant,' with one analyst suggesting his power is crumbling from within for the first time, while others note his unmatched skill in political maneuvering.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated he could not confidently answer 'yes' when asked if there was still a point in Hungary remaining in the EU, while also commenting on the possibility of Russian influence through cyber fraud.
According to Handelsblatt, Viktor Orbán is employing various tactics, potentially with Russian assistance, to retain power as pollsters predict a defeat for his Fidesz party in an upcoming election seen as a referendum on the prime minister.
A miniszterelnök országjárása első, kaposvári állomásán sokat beszélt a háborúról, az ukránokról és Brüsszelről, de választási ígéreteket is bőven tett.
Anton Rainer in Spiegel criticized Welt am Sonntag for publishing a pro-Putin guest article by Viktor Orbán, highlighting the publisher Axel Springer's past issues with right-wing guest authors.
A miniszterelnök Facebook-oldalán forrásmegjelölés nélkül használták fel a HVG fotósának képét.
Magyar Péter mint Orbán Viktor új kiadású, sportos változata, a túszul esett magyar állam és Orbán illiberalizmusának igazi gyökerei.
Flouting transparency requirements, a Serbian website is parroting Russian talking points and boosting Germany’s far-right AfD. In its content, secrecy, and the support it enjoys from Russian media, digital forensics experts say Eagle Eye Explore looks like part of a Kremlin influence operation.
István Tiborcz has sold the Buda Castle property, which was also used by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The property on Fortuna Street was acquired by a Swiss company linked to a high-ranking NER (National Cooperation System) manager in Hungary, raising questions about the transaction's implications.
„Abszurd dolog, hogy ott vagyunk Kijevben, mindenkivel lehet tárgyalni Kijevben, csak az ukránokkal nem. Ilyet még a világ nem látott” – mondta Orbán Viktor.
Az ukrán elnök szerint Orbán Viktor a szövetségese Putyinnak és kellene egy B-terv, ha fenntartaná Magyarország, illetve Szlovákia a vétót a 90 milliárd eurós hitelre.
The Ukrainian embassy stated that the Hungarian parliament's adoption of an anti-Ukrainian declaration, with the help of former LMP deputies, would surely be applauded in Moscow, accusing Viktor Orbán of closing the EU's door to Transcarpathian Hungarians.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has announced a public tour across the country, with six stops scheduled for next week.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that Hungary is currently in excellent condition during a parliamentary session where opposition MPs questioned him on various issues, including the Völner-Schadl case, the Szőlő Street reformatory scandal, child protection, and Hungarian-Ukrainian conflicts.
Researchers from the University of Pécs investigated the motivations and backgrounds of Germans moving to Swabian villages in Hungary, noting that they tend to follow rules less strictly than in their home country and are looking towards Russia.
Political analyst Gábor Török suggests that Viktor Orbán has found a key message to build his next five-week election campaign around, focusing on who represents a stable and peaceful choice.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is scheduled to deliver a speech in Kossuth Square on March 15th, moving the event from the National Museum where he previously gave a notable speech.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Minister Márton Nagy, and Minister Mihály Varga are speaking at the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry's annual opening event, addressing entrepreneurs a month before the elections.
Az előadó a Forbesnak adott interjút arról, hogy alázatának köszönheti sikerét, de Orbán Viktor Tiktok-oldala is szóba került.
The European Commission has stated that it has not yet received a letter from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, in which he reportedly asked to increase pressure on Ukraine over the "undamaged" Druzhba pipeline. At the same time, the Commission announced a planned phone call between European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán finds it cynical that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expects gratitude from Hungary and Slovakia for repairing the Druzhba oil pipeline.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that satellite images confirm the Druzhba oil pipeline is operational and there are no technical obstacles to oil delivery, adding that the images will be made public.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán discussed why skilled workers perform better, mentioned drones appearing over Hungary, and shared local election measurement results at a DPK meeting in Esztergom.
The opposition mayor of Győr, Bence Pintér, was denied a meeting with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán during his visit to the city, and his accreditation was subsequently revoked by 4iG.
In the final stretch of the election campaign, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán asserts that Ukraine has attacked Hungary, claiming Ukrainians are capable of anything, further escalating anti-Ukrainian rhetoric.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk sent a message to Viktor Orbán on X, taunting the Hungarian Prime Minister with the phrase 'Hungarian Spring'.
Hungarian Interior Minister Pintér Sándor stated that there's a 50-50 chance that Viktor Orbán will be the next Prime Minister, or someone else. He also revealed his own chances of retaining his position if Fidesz wins.
Péter Magyar's recent political ascent and election success have significantly challenged Viktor Orbán's long-standing government in Hungary, reportedly causing panic within Fidesz ranks. His movement is seen as a major new force, prompting negotiations and raising questions about Hungary's future political landscape.
Péter Magyar's recent interviews on Hungarian public media have generated significant attention and strong, often critical, reactions from political commentators and members of the Fidesz party.
Hungary is experiencing significant political shifts as Viktor Orbán's long-standing power faces challenges, particularly from the emerging figure of Peter Magyar. These developments are prompting European leaders to reassess expectations for Hungary's government and its relationship with the EU, including potential access to EU funds.
Péter Magyars sejr over Viktor Orbán er demokratiets sejr over autoritær manipulation, Niels Skousen stopper karrieren, og Dansk Industri kommer med en kraftig advarsel midt i…
Od šesti hodin od rána volí Maďaři své zástupce do parlamentu. V parlamentních volbách, které sleduje celá Evropa, rozhodnou o tom, jestli po šestnácti letech u moci bude dál vládnout strana Fidesz a…
Another influential ally of Viktor Orbán has entered the heated election campaign in Hungary.
A new podcast episode of Infosec Report features Hungarian researcher András Rácz discussing intercepted phone calls between Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjártó and Lavrov. The discussion explores the implications of these calls.
Mađarski premijer Viktor Orban uputio je danas u završnici izborne kampanje poziv na mobilizaciju svojim pristalicama, hvalio dostignuća svoje vlade t
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán campaigns in Debrecen, while reports highlight government control over media. The potential impact of Péter Magyar's political rise on the Western Balkans and local election sentiments are also discussed.
The former BKK leader says it's not a new phenomenon for Russian interests to override Hungarian public interest, and a reminder of this pro-Russian policy is that on the country's busiest metro...
Piecas dienas pirms svētdien gaidāmajām Ungārijas parlamenta vēlēšanām Budapeštā ieradies ASV viceprezidents Džeimss Deivids Venss.
An Instagram page created by a Budapest-based artist from Transylvania features Hungarian public figures, including Viktor Orbán, depicted as animals with their well-known voices and quotes.
Relatives of the late Iranian Major General Qassem Soleimani were arrested by US federal agents after their permanent residency status was revoked, with reports indicating they had celebrated attacks against US soldiers.
US Vice President J. D. Vance is scheduled to visit Budapest before the Hungarian election, a trip seen as a signal of support for Viktor Orbán and his Fidesz party.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán made a public appearance in Ócsa, where he inquired about the presence of Tisza party supporters, with the event proceeding without incident.
A Tisza Párt elnöke Füzesgyarmaton elmondott beszédében több aktuális témára, így a pártja egykori informatikusának ügyére is kitért.
An ecocenter, built with 500 million HUF in Hungarian state support, was inaugurated near Lake Saint Anne, with operators denying political involvement despite a quote thanking 'God and Viktor Orbán'.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has acquired a new minibus, valued at nearly 40 million forints, which he used to drive from Felcsút, despite recent comments about needing an armored car due to the 'Ukrainian threat'.
Amid market uncertainty caused by the Iran war, the Hungarian government's pre-election spending could lead to new investment opportunities for citizens, prompting analysts to discuss expectations.
Orbán Viktor szombati péceli fórumán pattanásig feszültek az indulatok. Az ellentüntetők ellen bevetett, homályos hátterű, kigyúrt alakok még akkor sem vállalták az arcukat, amikor a Fidesz molinóját…
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán described himself as a 'village guy from Felcsút' who becomes a 'street fighter' in the city, noting that he sometimes negotiates with the American and Russian presidents but looks forward to returning home.
An opinion article reflects on various controversial aspects and criticisms surrounding Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, touching on issues from political conduct to public perception.
Nem áll olyan távol Orbán Viktor „lelkétől” a Mi Hazánk programja, így nem is lenne különösebben fájdalmas számára, ha a választások nyomán esetleg előálló koalíciós kényszer nyomán a Fidesz…
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced that Budapest will gradually halt gas deliveries to Ukraine until Russian oil flows resume via the Druzhba pipeline, escalating tensions. Despite Orbán's statement, Ukraine's Foreign Ministry has reported that gas continues to flow, while Yahoo also reported Hungary's intention to cut supplies.
A Süddeutsche Zeitung commentary criticizes Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, asserting he has turned his back on Europe by allegedly revealing secrets to the Kremlin and attacking Brussels while accepting its funds.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that if Viktor Orbán wins the Hungarian election, the result would be questioned internationally, though Fico affirmed his strong support for the Hungarian politician. Fico also warned that if opposition leader Peter Magyar wins, relations between Slovakia and Hungary could deteriorate, reiterating his defense of Orbán.
A Hungarian Catholic theologian published an opinion piece questioning belief in Viktor Orbán and the Fidesz-KDNP, analyzing the moral arguments and stakes of the upcoming parliamentary election.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated at the first Patriot Grand Assembly that their people trust them to act in their interest, predicting that 'the flag will be ours' by the 2029 European elections.
Kaminski Fanny, a former tabloid journalist, has become a key strategist for Viktor Orbán's Fidesz campaign, shaping the Prime Minister's social media image and frequently appearing alongside him at public events.
Protesters demanding regime change loudly disrupted Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's visit to Hódmezővásárhely, with their shouts reaching the stage and prompting Fidesz supporters to try and drown them out.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán was met by protesters in Hódmezővásárhely, to whom he repeatedly sent messages, claiming only a hundred 'Tisza' supporters were loud compared to his three thousand attendees.
Ahead of a Viktor Orbán rally in Miskolc, the son of a Fidesz parliamentary candidate was featured praising the government's policies, presented as a local citizen's perspective.
Donald Trump sent a video message to Viktor Orbán for CPAC Hungary, expressing his support and hope for Orbán's significant victory in the upcoming election, while also noting a warning from the son of a convicted Brazilian ex-president about Orbán's potential fate if he loses.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán held a campaign rally in Szentendre, admitting that no Hungarian wants war and hinting that his Fidesz party is not performing well.
Hungarian Minister János Lázár has commented on Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's political endurance, comparing him to a Duracell battery despite his age, and stating that this speaks in his favor. Lázár made these remarks during campaign forums in Mohács and Szigetvár, also suggesting the country's situation could be much worse.
Mi köze Jimmy Fallonnak és Orbán Viktor TikTokjának az Animal Cannibalshez? Miért mondott nemet a drogokra Ricsipí és Qka MC, és mit gondolnak Beton.Hofiról?
Gulyás Gergely miniszter és Vitályos Eszter kormányszóvivő válaszol az újságírók kérdéseire, kövesse a HVG-n!
A campaign letter from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has reportedly been sent as far as the United Kingdom, containing rhetoric described as 'war scaremongering'.
A webcam overlooking Eger's Dobó Square malfunctioned during Viktor Orbán's speech, with the local municipality stating it was working at the beginning of the Fidesz rally and efforts are underway to fix the issue.
Arról is szeretné megkérdezni, helyénvaló-e egy város büntetése csak azért, mert annak ellenzéki a vezetése.
Sociologists Andrea Szabó and her team measured the attendance at the March 15th rallies, estimating that nearly three times as many people listened to Péter Magyar as to Viktor Orbán, significantly differing from official tourism agency estimates.
Para-Kovács Imre suggests that due to the unwavering efforts of Péter Szijjártó and Balázs Orbán, Viktor Orbán might even believe he is a tall, slender statesman with violet-blue eyes.
Kihez köthetők azok a fiatalok, akik a Nemzeti Meneten kifeszítettek egy ukrán zászlót? Orbán Viktor Kaposváron kezdte az országjárást és van, amit ellesett a Tisza Párttól.
Tens of thousands gathered in Budapest for rival demonstrations, marking a political showdown between Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and challenger Péter Magyar, as both leaders called supporters to the streets to show strength a month before crucial elections. Orbán and Magyar held large campaign events in Hungary before the election, highlighting the polarized society, with Magyar delivering a nearly hour-long speech at Heroes' Square during his National March. On March 15th, Viktor Orbán celebrated with 'Ukrainization' rhetoric, while Péter Magyar used 'Janissary' references, with both the Fidesz commemoration and the Tisza Party's National March dominating the day.
A március 15-ei nagygyűlések után nem az a kérdés, ki tudott több embert utcára vinni, hanem az, hogy maradt-e még Orbán Viktor tarsolyában muníció, amivel a Fidesz csökkenteni tudná a…
Gábor Czepek reported to Viktor Orbán about a Russian attack, experiencing the impact in the capital, though he could not see the Friendship pipeline itself.
A volt ukrán elnök arra kérte a magyar miniszterelnököt, hogy gondolja újra kapcsolatait Oroszországgal.
Filmmaker Emir Kusturica has publicly endorsed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, wishing him another victory and expressing his support in a video alongside Milorad Dodik.
Nicu Stefanuta, a Romanian Vice-President of the European Parliament, encouraged Hungarians to oust the Orbán government, leading to a verbal altercation with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán states that Hungary has no austerity packages, in contrast to Western Europe, and attributes the 'era of unemployment' in Europe to the dramatic consequences of the war.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán shared an anecdote about mistakenly putting the wrong fuel in his car while at a gas station.
A legutóbbi, európai parlamenti kampányban olyan titokban járta az országot Orbán, hogy még az MTI-t sem engedték be egyes fórumaira.
Hungarian TV personality Péter Hajdú has publicly invited Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to appear on his show 'Beköltözve,' stating that the decision rests solely with the Prime Minister.
Legutóbb 2021-ben vezetett be benzinárstopot a magyar kormány, az akkori 480 forintos hatósági ár bő egy évig maradt érvényben.
Hanem sok zöldségleves, bab, lencse, káposzta, gabonakása, lepénykenyér, mák és még sok minden más. Klasszikus böjti ételek a hagyományos, olcsó, jó vonalon.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán commented on a threat from Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, calling it 'state banditry' that requires an appropriate response.
Viktor Orbán will deliver a speech at Kossuth Square on March 15th, replacing the National Museum steps as the Fidesz event location, similar to his October 23rd address.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán addressed Fidesz supporters in Pétervására, Heves county, urging them to take time off work to campaign for the party. He highlighted that the Tisza Party's local mobilization was higher than Fidesz's.
Péter Pál Juhász, the arrested director of the Szőlő Street reformatory, allegedly boasted to one of his victims about his close relationship with Viktor Orbán, according to an RTL documentary.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's Facebook page has recently been filled with posts about traditional Hungarian dishes like pork knuckle, tripe stew, and goulash, presenting a somewhat one-sided view of the diverse Hungarian cuisine and dietary recommendations.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán criticized Tisza Party leader Péter Magyar's proposal to jointly inspect the 'Druzhba' oil pipeline in Ukraine, calling it mere 'play-acting' and urging shame.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced an increased terror threat alert level half a day after the attack on Iran.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is increasingly focused on public opinion polls, even questioning his own measurements, and has shared his views on where the election will be decided and the issues with smart people moving out of Budapest.
Viktor Orbán's rhetoric against Brussels has gone too far, creating a deep rift between Hungary and the EU with potentially painful economic consequences, according to an analysis.
In his radio interview, the Prime Minister elaborated at length on why oil is not yet flowing through the Friendship pipeline, then pleased the Croats he had criticized in recent days.
Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar has launched a petition demanding the government take responsibility and investigate the Göd Samsung battery factory, calling for the release of pollution reports.