Peter Magyar’s victory over Viktor Orban will keep Hungary in the spotlight

The country will become a test case for reversing democratic decay

'After Greenland and Iran, the Hungarian election marks a new step in the transatlantic rift'

The crushing electoral defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, despite massive support from Washington, underscores the failure of Donald Trump's ideological campaign in Europe. The gap is widening inexorably, writes Le Monde columnist Sylvie Kauffmann.

Hungarian Americans say Orbán's defeat could provide roadmap for countering Trump

Hungarian Americans say Viktor Orbán's defeat in Hungary provides a blueprint for countering President Trump's attempts to tilt the electoral playing field ahead of the midterms.

By Frank Langfitt

Hungary’s new leader once idolized Orbán — now he’s the man who brought him down

Learn about Péter Magyar, the former Orbán insider who ended Hungary's 16-year ruling regime and is now set to lead the country into a new era.

Ukraine's ambassador to Budapest reveals what changes Ukraine can expect in relations with Hungary under Magyar

Ukraine's Ambassador to Hungary Fedir Shandor has said he is anticipating good-neighbourly relations with Budapest following the change of government in Hungary.

By Serhiy Sydorenko,Ivanna Kostina,VALENTYNA ROMANENKO

Hong Kong leader John Lee, EU officials meet to discuss trade, cooperation

Hong Kong leader John Lee Ka-chiu has met European Union representatives to discuss opportunities for cooperation, with the chief executive saying both sides highlighted a shared belief in multilateralism amid increasing tensions and market turmoil. Ambassador Harvey Rouse, head of the EU Office in Hong Kong, called for both sides to work together, describing the 27-member bloc as a “very dependable partner in an increasingly volatile world”. Local officials attending the lunch meeting on...

By Connor Mycroft

Szijjártó to Telex: There are many countries we cooperate with more closely than with Russia

We caught up with the outgoing foreign minister, who claims he did not leak information to the Russians, and said he would give a longer interview "to the other side", but things need to settle a bit first.

By Fábián Tamás

Hungary’s new PM tells state broadcaster ‘we are shutting down your lying service’ in extraordinary first interview

Peter Magyar slammed the channels as bring part of outgoing prime minister Viktor Orban’s ’propaganda machine’

By Alex Croft

‘Spring Wind – The Awakening’ Doc, Charting Rise of Hungary’s Election Winner Péter Magyar, Set to Open Italy’s Riviera Film Festival

The international premiere of documentary “Spring Wind – The Awakening,” charting the political journey of Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar that culminated with his historic victory on Sunday in the country’s general elections, will open Italy’s Riviera International Film Festival on May 5. “Spring Wind – The Awakening,” which is directed by  Tamás Yvan Topolánszky, […]

By Nvivarelli

Hungarian state news staff push for editorial freedom as Magyar vows shake‑up - The Straits Times

Hungarian state news staff push for editorial freedom as Magyar vows shake‑up  The Straits Times

Will Hungary's new leader restore media freedom after years of Orban propaganda?

As Peter Magyar prepares to take over as Hungary's new prime minister, one of his first priorities is to dismantle a media system established by his predecessor, Viktor Orban, that served to limit scrutiny and amplify the ruling party's narrative. But experts question whether the new government wants a truly independent press, and what it will take to restore the public's trust.

By Jan van der Made

After Hungary Ditches Populist Leader Viktor Orban, Producers Look To A Future Free From “Stale, Revisionist Propaganda”

Hungary’s media sector and Hollywood producers seeking its juicy tax incentive are readying for a new future after Péter Magyar’s Tisza party ended the 16-year rule of Viktor Orbán’s far-right rival Fidesz. These high hopes for reform are tempered, however, by the scale of change deemed necessary. Under Fidesz, which led the country between 2010 […]

By Jesse Whittock

New Hungarian Prime Minister Says Borders Will Remain Shut To Immigrants

New Hungarian Prime Minister Says Borders Will Remain Shut To Immigrants In the wake of Viktor Orbán's election defeat, one of the greatest fears among conservatives in the region is an unconstrained EU able to take action on foreign policy, health, and immigration without the threat of a veto.  It is widely assumed that the incoming prime minister of Hungary, Péter Magyar, will seek a fast resolution of Brussels’ key issues with Hungary in order to unlock some €35 billion in fu...

By Tyler Durden

MEP: Magyar’s declarations are good, now action is expected

Hungary has for too long been a major obstacle to maintaining unity among EU member states in making important decisions, and the new government should quickly return the country to constructive cooperation within the European Union.

Turkey’s Opposition Draws Hope from Hungarian Election

Hungary’s Viktor Orban sat at the centre of a network of illiberal states. With his loss in weekend elections, liberal opposition parties in Turkey are reflecting on political parallels and hope.

By Sezin Oney

Kremlin Spokesman Praises Viktor Orbán’s Openness but Says He Was Never Moscow’s Ally

“If Péter Magyar, the winner of the Hungarian election, is just as open to dialogue as his predecessor, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, this will help the two countries to resolve their issues,” Dmitry Peskov, the Russian president’s press secretary, told the India Today news channel on Wednesday. “The time has come for Viktor Orbán to […] The post Kremlin Spokesman Praises Viktor Orbán’s Openness but Says He Was Never Moscow’s Ally appeared first on Hungary Today.

By MTI-Hungary Today

Romanian PM speaks by phone with Hungary’s Péter Magyar, invites him to Bucharest

By irina.popescu0